Third Beat Records has been releasing music since 1991. TBR is dedicated to the projects recorded by Native Vibe and
a number of artists associated with Bill Macpherson and Nee Sackey. TBR is an independent label producing world,
folk, blues, acoustic and latin sounds.
Below you will find a description of TBR's releases, song clips and store where you can buy the complete CD or download
individual songs of your choice.
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NATIVE VIBE "Medicinal Purposes" NV had their most successful radio play with this release. It blends
african and latin jazz styles and features Luis Conte, Russel Ferrante, Nelson Rangell and Ray Yslas
NATIVE VIBE "Spirits" co-produced with Jimmy Haslip NV combines smooth jazz and NV's
unique african and latin interpretations.
NATIVE VIBE "Mirage" this is a jamming project recorded "live" in the studio to capture our fans requests
for a concert-like feeling. no prisoners taken on this one.
NATIVE VIBE "Luna de Nosara" in the Grammy Awards process with this cd that captures an electric latin
rock sound compared to Santana's band. Features Mic Gillette on horns, Luis Conte on percusssion and Jimmy Haslip on bass.
NATIVE VIBE "Toca Suave" composed and recorded primarily in Nosara. Costa Rica. Bill on nylon
string acoustic guitar sought to capture the romance of the latin/spanish culture and the music surronding him. Featuring
Kamau Kenyatta on soprano sax, Alberto Lopez on percussion and the vocalisms of Rogerio Jardim
NATIVE VIBE "Across the Globe" a collection of NV's most popular radio and concert repetoire. a true
sampling of the diverse sounds of NV.
BILL MACPHERSON "Many Rivers" this cd follows the rivers of african influence, co-produced by John
Nau, featuring Allan Phillips, Jason Hann and Nee Sackey
BILL MACPHERSON "Jungle Party" exploration of afro Pop rhythms and jazz harmony. Awarded "Best Independent
Album" at the 1991 San Diego Music Awards
BILL MACPHERSON "Blue Straight Through" blues flavored rock, jazz and R&B where Bill gets to let his
guitar playing rip. Featuring Alex Ligertwood, Kellie Rucker, Len Rainey and Arlan Schierbaum
BILL MACPHERSON "Visions on the Ceiling" a followup to Blue Straight Through with the same awesome group
of musicians but a whole set of new material. Psychedelic blues rock jazz.
DEBLOIS "Leviathan" acoustic rock/pop/country 1st release from singer/songwriter, guitarist deblois.
produced by Bill and Rogerio Jardim. great feel, great songs
DEBLOIS "Velveteen" follow up acoustic rock/pop/country release by Deblois. this project
develops her band sound. produced by bill
KEEVA "Sereia" intricate weave of brazilian melodies and rogerio's
voice with rock, folk and world rhythms. Produced by band leaders Bill and Rogerio Jardim. featuring Alfonso Johnson,
Melvin Davis and Alberto Lopez.
JEN STAVES "What Lies Beneath" a tight blues/rock/jazz project featuring vocalist jen staves, reminiscent
of the queen of blues Bonnie Raitt
REEL TO REAL "The Waiting Game" smooth jazz recording by the long standing San Diego group
REEL TO REAL "Through That Door" smooth jazz/fusion realease by the group that won "Best Jazz Group"
at the 1989 San Diego Music Awards
BILL MACPHERSON AND DAVE BLACKBURN " Coconut juju" Bill and Dave's studio project that explores the blend of Caribbean
and world rhythms to jazz
