Of course, no jazz outing is complete without a series of players who can bring the music to life and these two have a contacts list that has allowed them to assemble some, shall we say, serious help: Robben Ford and Bob Mintzer, pals from Haslip’s time with the Yellowjackets appear, as do drummers Ash Soan, Gary Novak and Vinnie Colaiuta saxophonist Gary Meek and guitarists Michael Thompson and Paul Jackson Jr. The movement-oriented rhythms and melodies of pieces such as “Up On This”, “Fire Spirit” (an early nomination for best track on the album) and “Deep Green” are hard to beat but the interplay heard on those tracks and others, including “Soul Party” and “Mustang”. Also no surprise? Lorber and Haslip continue their R&B obsession, working it into virtually every nook and quarter beat, but that’s no problem at all. Jeff Lorber’s name is synonymous with jazz fusion and first-rate recordings, so it’s no surprise that this latest entry in a line of collaborations with bassist Jimmy Haslip crosses the finish line of success from its first notes with ace compositions and playing that is commensurate with the reputation of both of the main players and the many who join them here.
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