Personnel: Jeff Berlin (bass, vocals); Rob Lockart (alto & tenor saxophones); Howie Shear, Jose Soplar (trumpet); David Stout, Roy Wiegand (trombone); Scott Kinsey, Clare Fischer (keyboards); Captain Billy Lang, Ron Eschete (guitar); Cliff Almond (drums); Alex Acuna (percussion).
Jeff Berlin is a superb electric bassist, and the music on this CD, although it has its rock and funk moments, is quite jazz-oriented. On some selections, Berlin is joined by four or five horns playing big-band-style riffs. While the bassist is in the spotlight much of the time (including a duet with keyboardist Clare Fischer on "Imagine" and an unaccompanied "Clinton Country," which is a medley of familiar patriotic songs), he was generous in allocating solo space; there are occasional spots for Rob Lockart (on tenor and alto) and trumpeter Howie Shear. Attention was paid to varying moods and styles, with the result being a satisfying release. And any musician witty enough to name an original "Hello Dali" deserves attention. ~ Scott Yanow
Professional Reviews
Down Beat (3/98, p.62) - 3 stars (out of 5) - "...Berlin gobbles up massive amounts of notes like Pac Man heading down a long straightaway..."
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