SOFTS

Some of their works so far should be considered as pure jazz-rock items; and to be honest: this "Softs" album is no other of the story. To my astonishment, I have to admit that the long "Ban-Ban Caliban" is quite well achieved.

Of course, this is jazz-rock all the way through, but so magnificently played and performed! It is truly a HUGE piece of music even if I can't share the genre. I have also to admit that some sort of "Santana" feel is deeply expressed during "Song Of Aeolus". But it is not the first time that one can experience such a great and inspired Carlos moment, right?

This "Softs" album is not of great help in their discography as far as I am concerned. Some good drum solo during "Kayoo"; but I guess that most of you have experienced a better one. At least, I feel so. I preferred the "Bundles" in comparison with this "Softs".

This album brings me back to some of their jazz- improvised music of the past; even if more structured ("One Over The Eight"). The short & acoustic closing is of course more of a Hackett or Howe surprise.

Still, I can't go over two stars for this: actually, five out of ten.

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