Jack DeJohnette - Sorcery (Remastered) (2020) [Hi-Res]

A lot of rambling takes place on this interesting but erratic CD reissue. Drummer Jack DeJohnette (doubling on keyboards) performs three songs with a group featuring bass clarinetist Bennie Maupin and the guitars of John Abercrombie and Mick Goodrick, music that shows the influence of fusion (most obviously on "The Rock Thing") and has its strong moments (much of the nearly 14-minute "Sorcery #1"); however the attempt at humor on "The Right Time" is self-indulgent. The second half of this release, trios by DeJohnette, bassist Dave Holland and Michael Fellerman on metaphone (whatever that is), are less memorable. While one admires DeJohnette's willingness to take chances, this music has not dated well. ~ Scott Yanow

Jack DeJohnette - drums, keyboards, C-melody saxophone
Bennie Maupin - bass clarinet
John Abercrombie - guitar
Mick Goodrick - guitar
Dave Holland - bass
Michael Fellerman - metaphone, trombone