Sounds of Synanon is a significant recording in that it was Joe Pass' debut and it has an extremely interesting backstory. It was recorded while Pass was still a patient at the Synanon Drug Center in California. Made with fellow patients, Pass proved to be the star. It's interesting to note that Pass played an electric solid-body rock guitar here, as he did not even own a guitar at this time. His legendary chops are especially evident on "Projections" and "Hang Tough," featuring some of his cleanest playing ever recorded. His accompanists prove to be adequate, but hardly approach the genius of Pass. A landmark recording in the history of jazz guitar!

Joe Pass Sound of Synanon Track Listing

1. C.E.D. 
2. Aaron’s Song 
3. Stay Loose 
4. Projections 
5. Hang Tough 
6. Self-Image 
7. Last Call For Coffee