Ben Perowsky专辑介绍：by Michael G. Nastos This live recording at the Knitting Factory in NYC surely recalls the old Village Vanguard trio sessions of Sonny Rollins, Wilbur Ware & Elvin Jones gone further out. They are similar in spontaniety and progressive attitude. Extendo-saxophonist/clarinetist Chris Speed and in-the-pocket bassist Scott Colley join rubber band flexible and potent drummer Perowsky as a power trio that is juggernaut, steamroller powerful in most instances, though there are some tender moments present. One such demure respite is a version of "In A Sentimantal Mood" done in more lavendar that blue shadings, Speed on tenor. The opener, "El Destructo," a 13 minute modal workout in 10 beats to the measure, carves out the essence of the combo, more a deconstructo. "Janitor" is also aggressive, hip and happening, as is a fine take on Charlie Parker's bop flagwaver "Segment." As a zinger, they tackle an Olivier Messiaen theme arranged by Perowsky "Danse De La Fureur, Pour Les Sept Trompettes," Speed on clarinet during a 2 1/2 minute hyper-kinetic romp. "Electric Sheep" is free and spooky, as is Pink Floyd's "Money," featuring Speed's melodic, smeared and multi-phonic lines. It's a trip, it's a gas. There are many redeeming moments, as the collective musicianship is strongly framed. Perowsky, as leader, is willing to both take chances and adopt familiar themes, mixing them in an alchemists brew that crosses many cultural and generational lines.