Tara Peter-Daughter (alto sax), Weasel Walter (tenot sax, bass clarinet),

Joe Shrapnel (synthesizer), Billy Sides (percussion), Crazy Andy (guest

synthesizer).

This definitely fits in with the school I affectionately refer to as

Crash-n-Bash. Not a lot of delicate interaction on this disc, and as with

other loud Œfree-jazz¹ practitioners, it¹s often difficult to discern what

instrument is making which sound. I find this a plus. I think the aesthetic

is one of immersing oneself in an overwhelming chaos of sound of one¹s own.

This practice can be very cathartic, (as many will attest, and downright

fun.

So, does it make for good listening? I suppose that would depend on your

point of hearing, (or state of mind). The recording is pretty good, except

for one point where the cymbals turn into wash of high-end sizzle that, at

high volume, might really hurt. If you¹re into energy as opposed to chops,

you may want to check this out.

At one point a few years ago, I thought that this kind of music would

replace rock as the choice of rebellious teenagers. I guess young hormones

need a BEAT more than I allowed.  -Jeph Jerman

No Sides Records
P.O. Box 257491
Chicago IL 60625
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