The opener, "Finlayson St." commences amongst a bluesy-swing motif, which oft changes gears resulting inwards complex unison runs betwixt the superb vibraphonist Daryl Pratt as well as immature (phenom) guitarist James Muller. From hither on inwards it doesn't accept also long to realize what this band is all well-nigh which includes mesmerizing even as well as therefore meaningful solos, fully realized well-conceived compositions as well as alluring arrangements. The powerhouse musical rhythm department consisting of bassist Adam Armstrong as well as whirlwind drummer Andrew Gander render important deport on throughout the entire recording. The music is demanding even as well as therefore the overall catamenia is seamless as well as loaded amongst the appropriate dynamics equally inwards the championship track, "Changing With The Times." Here, guitarist James Muller opens amongst slick picking as well as gorgeous phrasing over an odd-meter funk backbeat. Comparisons? Perhaps 1970's Steps Ahead for one, even as well as therefore Sonic Fiction maintains a fresh outlook as well as positive vibe equally they conduct hold ostensibly learned or absorbed the lessons of the past.... "Ringing Changes" is an all out scorcher! Here, Pratt utilizes his midi-vibes to goodness effect, equally Muller's illuminating guitar operate would brand Scofield as well as Coryell proud! "Mind Games" opens amongst a deliberate, driving stone shell as well as evolves into a "free" excursion followed past times a mid-tempo swing motif. Again, Muller's articulate phrasing as well as crafty purpose of harmonics is imaginatively conveyed through complex exchanges amongst swain soloist Pratt. "Remember"is a somber, somewhat dreamy ballad featuring a soulful as well as expertly performed acoustic bass solo past times Adam Armstrong.
The terminal tracks, "Tower" as well as "Street Scene" are climactic inwards nature equally the band displays boundless inventiveness taking the listener on a journeying consisting of shifting tempos, precise unison passages as well as understated melodies. On "Street Scene," Gander takes a killer polyrhythmic drum solo which but heightens the intensity flat from a compositional standpoint. Let it last stated that these compositions conduct hold quite a flake to offering equally the soloing as well as hot shot ensemble operate adhere to the frameworks or foundations of the thematic construction. Special acclamation is also bestowed to Phil South who provides the organic tonal coloration through diverse percussion instruments as well as marimba.
Changing With The Times is mesmerizing even as well as therefore enduringly gratifying. These guys play amongst conviction as well as it shows inwards glowing fashion equally they sustain a high score of involvement even as well as therefore play closed attending to compositional form! Changing With The Times is a musical rubix cube! It's vividly existent .... perchance brain-food for the adventurous or inquisitive equally Sonic Fiction offering a refreshing slant on music that may mimic or feign Deja Vu; which inwards this example makes for a rather inviting listening experience............* * * * *
Track Listings
| 1. Finlayson St seven |
| 2. Changing WIth The Times |
| 3. Ringing Changes |
| 4. The Greenway |
| 5. 35 Today |
| 6. The Rest |
| 7. Dark Prelude |
| 8. Mind Games |
| 9. Remember |
| 10. Tower |
| 11. Street Scene |
Personnel:
Adam Armstrong Bass (Acoustic), Bass (Electric), Guitar (Acoustic)
Andrew Gander Composer, Drums
James Muller Guitar
Jim Muller Guitar
Daryl Pratt Bells, Composer, Liner Notes, MIDI Vibes, Noah Bells, Producer, Vibraphone
Phil South Electronic Percussion, Marimba, Marimba (Electronics), Percussion
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