Ex- electric bass guitarist gains considerable notoriety for his flashy style, huge sound, undeniable virtuosity, and monster chops. This recording showcases his trio on various concert dates worldwide, with electric guitarist and drummer in tow. It is who steals the show -- his fluid, exciting, stinging lines need nothing more than a little amplification to get the point across. The power trio acts as wannabes, except that plays perfectly in tune. All the members claim co-writing credit on the six hard-nosed jams. is a New Orleans shuffle, with bass and a finger-popping solo from the leader. has a cool about it that is undeniably jazzy, featuring 's clean, musical, teeth-gritting guitar. Darker rhythms with echoey chords set to loping six/eight rhythm and bass signify the developed piece and the hard of has the most dizzying, steely guitar licks. A slower cuts loose on an extended solo, while the closing title track is another hard - that stretches the confines of into a vehicle for to dig in a bit more. As much as has grown stale over the years, this trio is pumping some stark vitality into it, keeping it alive. is the man, and has to sit back and marvel at what he's capable of. ~ Michael G. Nastos