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The album opens with an uptempo romp through "Johnny Come Lately" and ends with any equally brisk run through "Lover." In between are several free form explorations that often dispense with timekeeping of a traditional nature. Pianist Paul Bley is in excellent form as he counters Ellis' sweeping statements with his own dense and chordal assertions. On "Irony" we even find drummer Gene Stone adding color and texture by dropping coins in a glass at least that's what I think he's doing. This is heady and experimental stuff, chock full of the sound of surprise, and Ellis and crew are up to the challenge. |
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 Johnny Come Lately
Slow Space
Ostinato
Donkey
Form
Angel Eyes
Irony
Lover |
Personnel: Paul Bley, Gary Peacock, Nick Martinis, Gene Stone |
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