Customer Reviews

Loud Jazz

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4 star:		(3)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(1)
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Dennis Chamber's (drummer) playing on this recording is outstanding and almost is so good that it is hard to keep focus on John. John is one of the most accessible jazz guitarists who seems to keep both the fans of off the wall and outside licks and groove (fans) happy. This also features the first and probably the most outside rendition of the tune from THE WABASH CANNONBALL just called WABASH. If you do the analysis, it's really in there.

This is jazz, heavy on the funk with a definite rock edge. Most importantly the songs are cool and not just a vehicle for soloing. Fusion in the 80's could be kind of cheesy, but have no fear with this disc it's one of his strongest.

This album has a good base. Its not flashy at all, so if you want to hear John shred, this isn't the one. But you will enjoy how full the songs are. The line up of musicians on this one sounds like a who's who of jazz. You won't regret it.

One of the Best Rhythm sections ever. Scofields playing is so dynamic, it seems like he's talking to you. Dennis Chambers plays a ton but never overshadows the leader.

What can I say, this is a typical Scofield record--great band, tasteful, original writing, and fantastic guitar work(as usual). I'd give it a 10 if I could!

If your into modern jazz, check it out!

CD is OK,at best,not many good selections on this CD and nowhere as good as the Hand Jive CD.

not the most exciting guitar record, as anticipated. i grew up on the flashy electric guitars of the 80s virtuoso's and really dig a well thought out guitar based tune. this record just didn't tickle me like i thowt it would. the back up band is super tight as would be expected of scofield, but the bass is a little too slap-happy for my current tastes. the production/mixing is well done (you can hear everything), but sometimes you want to hear the gee-tar, and the busy-ness of the band is very distracting.

i definitely recommend checking out scofield's "A Go Go" record with Medeski, Martin and Wood as backup band. a much more interesting album with great licks, melodies, and of course smooth grooves.