JUST ADD WATER

An interesting album where this ultra talented trio went into a recording studio in Hollywood, California and did a one-time run through without rehearsals etc. and it's just so hard to believe that a lot of this isn't composed. Of course I have other recordings where they gave the same claim leaving me blown away at the talent and even desire to want to improvise. No over dubs either, and first takes only, no second takes.

Virgil Donati known as the "thunder from down under" is joined by fellow Ozzie Ric Fierrabracci on bass, and from Florida guitarist Scott Henderson who probably is best known for being a part of TRIBAL TECH. There are a lot of solos on here and while this isn't all about showing off, there seems to be plenty of that and I'm grateful. A musician's album you could say.

Recorded in '96 the rumour is that Scott told Virgil he didn't want it released, to which Donati agreed but then he changed his mind and released it, bringing legal action. Scott is pretty funny in interviews, not shy about his opinions like on the church of scientology where he was very unrespectful having worked with some of Hubbard's followers. Funny though.

I have been playing this on and off all week even though I have spent plenty of time with this in the past. It's incredible to hear this kind of skill. And how about Donati's cartoon album cover he agreed to, funny stuff. If the rumour is true I get where Donati would be conflicted, changing his mind, wanting the world to hear this.