Sound explorations are emphasized throughout this release with
Jeff Palmer's atmospheric organ, the varied tones of
John Abercrombie's guitar synthesizer,
David Liebman's very passionate soprano and
Adam Nussbaum's drums interacting over a variety of patterns. All of the compositions are group originals with five by
Palmer and one apiece from the other three musicians. Whether it be the funky beat of "Hip Slick," the free jamming of "Mr. Adam," the spacey title cut or the almost New Age feel of "Mr. John," the themes are less important than the setting of moods and the advanced improvising. ~ Scott Yanow