On Trilogy 3, Chick Corea, Christian McBride, and Brian Blade turn their final tour into a masterclass of chemistry and creativity - a fitting send off for Chick Corea who we lost the following year.
When Chick Corea took the stage in early 2020 alongside Christian McBride and Brian Blade, no one knew it would be his last tour. But true to form, the legendary pianist didn’t slow down, didn’t look back. He leaned in - pushing, playing, and exploring with the same boundless curiosity that defined his career.
Now, Trilogy 3 arrives as a vivid document of that moment. Released by Candid Records and Chick Corea Productions, this double live album completes the trilogy that began in 2013 and stands as a masterclass in modern jazz trio interplay. More than that, it’s a final reminder of why Corea remains a towering figure of jazz.
The chemistry between Corea, McBride, and Blade is electric, the kind of intuitive connection that comes only with years of shared stages and mutual respect. McBride’s nine Grammy wins coupled with Blade’s four speak volumes, but on Trilogy 3, it's their collective voice that resonates most. Together, they transform standards and Corea originals into living, breathing conversations; dynamic, unpredictable, and deeply human.
Among the highlights is a return to “Windows,” Corea’s iconic composition, getting its first trio recording since Now He Sings, Now He Sobs nearly 60 years ago. It’s a fitting full-circle moment, bridging Corea’s groundbreaking past with his then ever-restless present.
While the pandemic cut the 2020 tour short, Trilogy 3 captures the trio at their peak - fluid, fearless, and utterly in sync. It’s not just a farewell but rather a celebration of artistry that refuses to stand still.