All of drummer
Ralph Peterson's
recordings are quite stimulating and have an identity of their own. For this album, his first release in three years, the talented young drummer leads an unusual quartet comprised of soprano-saxophonist
Steve Wilson
, vibraphonist
Bryan Carrott
(who doubles on marimba) and bassist
Belden Bulloch
.
Peterson's
ten originals explore many moods and grooves but always swing, even when the time signature is complex. The memorable sound of the ensemble and the strong improvising skills of the players are two additional reasons to acquire this explorative but reasonably accessible CD. ~ Scott Yanow