Sound explorations are emphasized throughout this release with Jeff Palmer's atmospheric organ, the varied tones of John Abercrombie's guitar synthesizer, David Liebman's very passionate soprano and Adam Nussbaum's drums interacting over a variety of patterns. All of the compositions are group originals with five by Palmer and one apiece from the other three musicians. Whether it be the funky beat of "Hip Slick," the free jamming of "Mr. Adam," the spacey title cut or the almost New Age feel of "Mr. John," the themes are less important than the setting of moods and the advanced improvising. - Scott Yanow
Tracks
1. Hip Slick (Jeff Palmer)
2. Mr. Adam (Adam Nussbaum)
3. Tango Dream (Jeff Palmer)
4. Mr. John (John Abercrombie)
5. Abracadabra (Jeff Palmer)
6. The Unknown Known (Jeff Palmer)
7. Mr Dve (Dave Liebman)
8. Girl Swirl (Jeff Palmer)
9. On Fire (Jeff Palmer)
JEFF PALMER Organ
JOHN ABERCROMBIE guitar synthesizer
DAVE LIEBMAN soprano saxophone
ADAM NUSSBAUM drums
Recorded November 24, 1987 at Soun On Sound Studio, New York City, N.Y.
Soul Note 121201-2 Italy