From the Man Who's the Heart of Bass,
a Compelling Debut
Reviewer: jule hanlon of Vortex4u.com
Here's a cd that deserves ovation... it's lull pulls you inside the center of it's storm; led by Patrick Pfeiffer on bass, and the melodies he swarms round. Masterful, strong and gentle; it's all there in one compelling performance, start to finish, with music that yields to his artful bass. From a colorful personality, resurrecting bass as star.
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Seductive Grooves
Reviewer: Laureen (NYC)
A seductive array of pulsating grooves. Fluid and authoritative. Masterfully classic.
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Fusion in the Best Sense of the Word
Reviewer: Arturo Baguer
This is a terrific fusion record but not one that is all about chops, although they abound. The songs have a melodic sense that is keenly married to the structure. No indulgent filler anywhere on this record. The boppish opener shows a tight funky band with lots of breadth and far-flung horizons. The head is technically demanding but it doesn't leave you cold. I feel the sound of the record has a lot to do with this. It is a warm-sounding record with none of that CD 101 smoothness you hear on these types of disks. It sounds like a studio live recording with a good earthy sound. All the players are commanding but the cd leaves you with an impression of a cohesive unit serving the music, not a bunch of session cats waiting to take their turn blowing. The version of Amazing Grace is a beaut. Highly recommended.
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Patrick Rocks My Jaco-Loving World
Reviewer: Alfonse Vetere
Whether you are an old "fusion head," a "jazz purist" or an "average Joe," this CD will get your attention. Patrick and his (band)mates have recorded quite a blend of musical styles that will appeal to any music lover. I would make the comparison to the CD-101 kind of sound but because of the warmth of the recording and the level of musicianship, I hesitate to do so! Thank you, Patrick, for reminding us how the bass is supposed to be played!
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Finely Orchestrated Emotions — A Masterpiece
Reviewer: Ostinato
Jaw-dropping solos and melodies(lah) along with unforgettable grooves. You will need nothing more in life...
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Groovy All the Way to the Finish!!!!
Reviewer: Spirit Buffalo Pictures
This CD kept my head boppin' 'til the end!
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Fruits and Nuts — What Music is Supposed to Feel Like!
Reviewer: Lance Berry
From the beginning of Jeremy's Dilemma, I was HOOKED. Patrick Pfeiffer & Co. take the listener on a dizzying ride of thrilling riffs, stupendous solos and sultry grooves. Phoenix's music makes the feet tap, the soul soar... in particular, Beltane Fires is the ultimate seduction groove. The music of Phoenix raises the bar for all other jazz groups.. this is truly what music is not only supposed to sound like, but at that secret spot within the core of your soul, it's what music is supposed to FEEL like.
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Groooooooooovy
Reviewer: Billy Barnmaster
This stuff is really groovy! I have not heard much that is so interesting and diverse. You gotta hear it to really know! Especially 1010 PLM grooves right along!
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The God of Bass Commeth
Reviewer: Jeff Velez
This album sent chills up and down my back. Solid grooves and very emotional compositions. This is an album every aspiring musician should own... the bass playing is out of this world and the arrangements strike a note right in the heart.