An ensemble formed to revive fusion in the late 1980s; documented in a live 1990 Tokyo recording, Music On The Edge, led musically by Jim Beard.

Lineup on the cited 1990 live recording included Randy Brecker, Bob Berg, Jim Beard, Jon Herington, Mike Stern, Mark Egan, Dennis Chambers, Mino Cinelu and Mark Ledford. Jim Beard is credited with musical direction on the recording. The album was presented under the title Music On The Edge; Creed Taylor is mentioned in the review in connection with the album.

A positive, detailed review of Chroma's live 1990 recording Music On The Edge. The reviewer praises Jim Beard's musical direction, the virtuoso lineup, standout tracks ("Lessons", "Pwotege Nou", "Upside Downside") and exceptional audio quality. Rated 4.5.

For:Fans of jazz/fusion, musicians, audiophiles looking for high-quality live recordings

 Chroma was an ensemble that aimed to revive the glories offusion at a time (late eighties) when the genre wasn't enjoying much success and it was said to have run its course.

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