Oblivity

Oblivity (both the song and the entire record) comes out of the gate screaming, saxophonist Walt Weiskopf and pianist Chris Ziemba set the tone, and drummer Steve Fidyk is manning the ship at every twist and turn. By the time Purcell's guitar enters the mood has been set, and Purcell takes it into fifth gear, while Fidyk's solo over a vamp ups the ante. Purcell's guitar tone is different on "Lazy Day Reverie," "Oblivity," it walks a fine line between straight ahead jazz and a more aggressive jazz-rock stance.

While his guitar synth on the composition entitled "Flow," is exciting. "Gentle Giant" and "Meu Amor" fall more in a traditional jazz vein. The wordless vocals of Darden Purcell on four tracks dd a nice touch. "Primaries and Spares" is a funky treat, and everyone eats it up. Bassist Jeff Reed and Steve Fidyk find a nice hookup on the varied music, and pianist Chris Ziemba is a total treat. Saxophonist Walt Weiskopf provides what we all would expect of a longtime Steely Dan and NYC jazz staple. Purcell writes and plays very well, and his all-encompassing musical concept is fresh and new. I can't wait to hear more from him.