Drummer
Joey Baron has played with such unorthodox types as
John Zorn,
Wayne Horvitz, and
Tim Berne, so it's not surprising that his own sessions are equally diverse and ambitious. This date presents an unusual instrumental lineup and a freewheeling, constantly changing musical menu.
Baron heads a trio with saxophone and trombone; the absence of bass, keyboards, or guitar results in intriguing voicings and the pieces are solely dependent on the interaction of his drumming with
Ellery Eseklin's saxophone and Steve Sewell's trombone contributions. Elements of
free jazz, contemporary funk, Afro-Latin, and even modern
classical are incorporated into the mix, and it's an outstanding example of
Joey Baron's scope and range as a composer, bandleader, and player. ~ Ron Wynn, All Music Guide
