Label: Universal Music (Japan), UICY-77299
Style: Instrumental, Jazz Rock, Fusion
Country: Paris, France
Time: 39:46
Format: Flac Tracks 16/44,1 kHz
Size: 264 Mb
Progressive rock fans will be aware of the Daevid Allen led band Gong. It had a strong presence in the psychedelic/progressive rock scene during the 70s, releasing a number of critically acclaimed albums. The French drummer and percussionist Pierre Moerlen was a member of the original Gong between 1973 and 1975 before the departure of several members eventually led him to lead his own iteration of the band. This incarnation of Gong is far removed from the psychedelic/progressive inclinations of the original version. Rather it is deeply entrenched in jazz fusion/progressive rock territory, with there being a considerable focus on percussions.
The album wastes no time introducing the listener to most of the elements that are present during its 40 minute length. The title track features the instantly recognizable lead guitar work of Allan Holdsworth mixed with energetic bass work, fluid drumming, and a flurry of percussions. The vibraphone, miramba, and glockenspiel in particular are very refreshing aspects of the music with their colourful and bright timbres complementing the more “standard” instruments rather well. This track is very enjoyable and its strength lies in the free flowing style and musicality, aspects that are sprinkled through a large portion of the album.
(full version: sputnikmusic.com/review/63344/Gong-Gazeuse%21-Expresso/)
01. Expresso (05:58)
02. Night Illusion (03:42)
03. Percolations (10:02)
04. Shadows of (07:48)
05. Esnuria (08:01)
06. Mireille (04:12)
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