Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
Adam Robertson
Off the top, Corea and Weckl prepare the listeners for whats to come before Patitucci jumps in
to join the synth for the blazing-fast unison melody. Patituccis bass solo on this tune is an
amazing example of his musicality, keeping the pace with blazing eight-notes runs yet still
retaining a sense of groove over Weckls great drumming. The band trades unison runs and
patterns with Weckl before launching back into the head to wrap things up just as fast as it all
began. This track is truly remarkable.
6. Elektric City
After the insanity of Got a Match?, this tune returns to a style more resembling the
first few tracks. Beginning with an ascending unison run before dropping into a groove similar in
feel to Side Walk, Elektric City maintains an aura of relaxation despite its tempo. This tune
ends with the same unison line and drum fill which started it off.
7. No Zone
With a very mysterious, FX-heavy intro, this tune sets up and maintains an interesting
yet compelling groove with plenty of syncopation; later breaking down to more atmospheric
synth work. The use of programmed percussion, electric drums and other effects defines this
soundscape-like track.
8. King Cockroach
Similar to City Gate, this tune begins with a soft synth intro, soon interrupted by the
entrance of a shaker and drums. Weckl really plays with the feel here, switching between a 4/4
pulse, 6/8 pulse and swing time before Patitucci brings the groove in centering on 4/4. Much like
many of the other songs on the album, King Cockroach features plenty of quick runs,
syncopation, and unison lines. Scott Hendersons guitar solo winds and twists its way around the
form, giving the song great momentum in tandem with Weckl and Coreas comping. After the
guitar solo, the agile melody is reprised before launching into a captivating synth solo. The tune
ends with a fanfare worthy of any king.
9. India Town
After the celebratory ending of the previous track, we are directed through a
wormholesque transition to the exotic soundscapes of India Town. The melody on this tune
features a sitar-like synth and reverb-laden electronic percussion elements. You can almost feel
the heat coming off of the desert sands as this track channels the middle-eastern vibes into your
ear-lobes. Much like Cool Weasel Boogie, India Town does an excellent job of creating a
unique atmosphere before fading off like the setting desert sun.
10. All Love
Beginning with a lovely orchestrated beginning, this tune capture the essence of a
cheesy Hollywood romance. The solos on this track are not terribly riveting in terms of
complexity, but beautifully musical both in pacing and phrasing.