Rhythm Edge
Distinction, 2024
9/10
The sax player Eric Person is surrounded by some incredible company for these 14 jazz fueled tracks that welcome avant-garde and fusion ideas.
The busy and dynamic “Tyner Town” starts the listen with Peter O’Brien’s animated drums and Person’s bright sax guiding the timeless jazz, and “The Multitudes” follows with a calmer mood, where Jarod Kashkin’s mature keys are met with Daniel Sadownick’s skilled congas.
Further along, the aptly titled “Beauty” comes with an intimate spirit via the eloquent sax and Cary DeNigris’ well timed guitar, while “It’s Time Again” bops and shakes playfully thanks to Ingrid Jensen’s rich trumpet bouts.
Landing closer to the end, “Pendulum Swing” allows for Adam Armstrong’s meticulous bass lines to shine, and “Pretty Strange Love” exits with a colorful and intricate meshing of unpredictable sax, a frisky rhythm section and well timed trombone courtesy of Robin Eubanks.
Originally released in 2007, the album is remixed and remastered and sounds better than ever, which is no easy feat considering its excellent starting point.
Travels well with: Matt Panayides Trio- With Eyes Closed; David Bailis- Tree Of Life