Jack DeJohnette - Dancing with Nature Spirits

For Jack Dejohnette's 1995 ECM release, the drummer teams up in an unusual trio with pianist Michael Cain (who has his own sound) and the atmospheric reeds of Steve Gorn (who is heard on soprano, clarinet and bansuri flute). The five group originals (two of which are over 20 minutes long) build gradually to a high level of intensity. Although there is no bass, the music swings in its own way and Dejohnnette's drums and percussion are consistently stimulating. This thoughtful but often-fiery music is worth a close listen. Read More