Playing guitar and keyboards, Ray Obiedo leads a mix and match team that is long on percussion and festive activities. The rhythm section of Peter Micharel Escovedo/perc, Phil Hawkins/dr, David Belove/b, Marc van Wageningen/b, David Garibaldo/dr, Colin Douglas/perc, Michael Spiro/percc and guest Shiela E, percolate under Obiedo’s George Benson-inspired electric pickins on “ Big World”, a sensuous “Belafonte” and a fun filled “Viva Tirade”, propulsed by David Belove’s electric grooved bass. Tenor saxist Bob Mintzer joins in on the funky “Beanick” and Sheila E gives a hands on conga solo for “Criss Cross”. Sizzling like fried rice.