This humor-laced CD is packed full of the sort of sophisticated performances that characterize so much of the European scene. The Italian
Gebbia combines the technique of
Evan Parker with the broad spirit of
Albert Ayler to create some very compelling tunes.
Damon Smith plays a primarily secondary role on bass, while Garth Powell's oddball clicks and clacks supply the table with delicacies galore. Filled with off-the-wall snorts and quacks, the trio members sound like they are having fun from moment to moment.
Gebbia's vibrato-drenched spoof of late
Ayler on "There's a Whole Generation" cannot help but bring out a few smiles. The album cover is a hoot, with riot police dominating longhaired protesters as an illustration of the title. All is not fun and games, as
Gebbia displays an impressive command of his horn. ~ Steve Loewy