This adventurous co-op quartet consists of George Adams on tenor, soprano and flute, guitarist James Blood Ulmer, bassist Sirone and drummer Rashied Ali; it is not at all surprising that the results would never pass as "easy-listening." The performances dispense quickly with the opening themes except as abstract reminders of the orignal moods and emphasize both solo and group improvisations. Adams has his ferocious moments and Ulmer makes the ensembles quite crowded and intense (he also plays some flute during a couple of the melody statements) while bassist Sirone and drummer Ali keep the group interactions quite stimulating. After a slow start, the fiery sounds result in some memorable music. - Scott Yanow
Tracks
1. Keeping Still (George Adams)
2. Line in Line Out (James Blood Ulmer)
3. Illusion of Reality (Sirone)
4. Spanish Endeavors (George Adams)
5. Look and See (James Blood Ulmer)
6. Involution Evolution (Sirone)
SIRONE bass
RASHIED ALI drums
JAMES BLOOD ULMER guitar, flute
GEORGE ADAMS tenor saxophone, soprano saxophone, flute
Recorded at A&R Recording, New York City on February 27 & 29, 1988
DIW Records (Japan) DIW - DIW-826