Marbles” is the legendary 1970 proto‑punk/dance classic from John McLaughlin’s US debut album Devotion. Recorded in the same period as his groundbreaking work with Miles Davis (Bitches Brew, In a Silent Way) and alongside Jimi Hendrix in studio sessions, the track stands out with its infectious 4/4 groove provided by drummer Buddy Miles, a once‑in‑a‑generation bassline from Billy Rich, and Larry Young’s otherworldly Hammond organ textures that foreshadow the upcoming synthesizer era. McLaughlin’s fiery, amp‑cranked guitar adds a searing edge, marking an apex at the intersection of jazz‑rock, guitar rock, and dance music—truly without parallel