Brothers Francoi/b and Luis/dr Moutin have made a name for themselves not only as the foundation of Martial Solal’s trio, but as leaders of a group in their own right. Here, they lead a band with Thomas Enhco/p, Christophe Monniot/as-ss and Emmanuel Codjia/g through a creative collection of original, sans a medley of Ornette Coleman material, which is quite original in its own right. The rocmusic can get assertive and complex as on “A Busy Day” or be as serene as a walk in Monet’s garden on “Forgiveness” which highlights Enhco’s gentle fingerwork. Lovely interplay between Francois’ bass and Enhco is evidenced on “You’ll Be Fine,” and in fact the entire session is filled with clever conversations between the two brothers, with entrees by Codja on the elecrica “Moving On” or Monniot on the sopranino sax during “Dragonfly” weaving in and out like a well conceived tapestry. Exciting yet lyrical interplay is demonstrated, satisfying fans of melody and experimentation. As enjoyable to the senses as a stroll down Cours Mirabeau.
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