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Title: Sounds like music from a bad porno movie...
Review: There was a time that I thought that Scofield was going to rival Pat Metheny for the crown of being the best jazz guitarist, but after his past few records, I realize that that won't be happening (also as Metheny's record's continue to diversify and get stronger). This is another installment in Sco's quest to pander to the MMW/Phish generation "jam" sound. It is somehow pathetic to watch a 50 year old guy trying to "get down" with a bunch of kids playing over basic rock/funk vamps that would have been dated 20 years ago. This is 'FUSION' at it's absolute worst hiding in different clothes that's all. Also, I am so tired of Sco's usual devices (the slightly laid back blues phrases, the slight distortion on ALL THE TIME, etc.) - it just sounds tired. If you have heard any of his last 5 records, you have heard this one. The only difference is they are all better. (except AGOGO which was just as sad as this one is)
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