A risky idea that pays dividends, the trio of Michel Gentile/fl, Daniel Kelly/p and Rob Garcia/dr show what amazing things can be done without the net of a bass player. Gentile’s tone can be sweet, soul, growling or classically clinical throughout this session, with complex pieces like “Hundertwasser” and “Will” grabbing your attention and not letting go. Each artist gets a chance to be in the spotlight as well, with Soliloquys by each gent showing restraint, class and style. The mix of complex percussive tones serve as a tidal pool for Gentile to surf over on “Island” while “Spring Comes ‘Round” gets pulled around in a bunch of directions as if each guy was in a tug of war with Play Doh. Impressive and thoroughly enjoyable.
Connection Works Records