VTT2: Vital Tech Tones, Vol. 2

Editorial Review:

Complex, robust, full-bodied. Like a bold cabernet, the jazz-rock fusion that flows from the three lads in Vital Tech Tones is best appreciated by those with mature tastes and inquisitive natures. After an initial jolt to the senses, it gradually reveals subtle satisfactions that become more apparent after repeated samplings, persuading you over time that you have unearthed something deeply enjoyable. Fusion fans fond of music with a freestyle rock sensibility should be drawn to this inviting, hard-edged excursion into territory once explored by the Mahavishnu Orchestra. Guitarist Scott Henderson (of Tribal Tech) sends showers of expressive, nonlinear chords raining down on the detailed rhythmic underpinnings supplied by drummer Steve Smith (of Vital Information and, long ago, Journey) and bassist Victor Wooten (of Bela Fleck and the Flecktones). The results (all instrumental) are challenging, engrossing, a bit raw, not fully melodic, yet never so abstract that they become alienating. Without showboating, Henderson tinkers with textures that at times bring to mind Jeff Beck, Eddie Van Halen, and a young Al Di Meola, all in an ever-shifting context that encourages sustained listening. Worthwhile. --Terry Wood

Customer Reviews:

Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0

FUSION CAN BE FUN!:

If you heard the band's debut album, "Vital Tech Tones [Vol.1]", and liked it, you are going to love this album! These are musicians at the very peak of their musical career, yet, they do not take themselves too seriously. This is indicated perfectly on the opening track when Victor plays a little tongue-in-cheek piece introducing the band. This is what VTT are all about, having fun playing. Victor is a remarkable bass player. Unlike many fusion players these days, he still plays a 4 string bass. What he... more info

Vital Tech Tones:

I have a lot of trouble finding fusion bands that I like, because usually they border way too close to smooth jazz what with the saxophones, synth, and gross guitar tones. So I usually don't venture too far outside of the Mahavishnu Orchestra, Miles Davis, and Herbie Hancock. Even a lot of the Flecktones stuff I find way too smooth. Fortunately for me, though, a friend of mine lent me this cd, and it is unbelievably good. Just guitar, bass, and drums. And they are such a powerful combination. They are all... more info

Way better than the first outing:

I almost didnt get this one because of the disappointment from the first one. The songs on this disc are more constructed and aggressive. Victor seemed to improve from the first recording. His solos are exceptional and his tone alot better. The songs have more substance. Though there are a couple jammers on here. For the most part its song oriented with the closing tune being the hottest. Id say get this one. But again, if youre looking for that warm full rounded drum tone, its not here. Its loud in the mix... more info

Curious stuff:

Curious stuff for the fusion, jazz enthusiast, who wants to know how big the real musicians can play. Every guy in the trio here is a fusion superstar, Henderson of Tribal Tech fame, Smith actually drummer for Vital Information, Wooten coming from Bela Fleck and his Flecktones. The results displayed here are not easy to categorizise. Nothing wrong from a technical point of view, but the focus often lacks as in many recordings of this kind. There are great moments but also moments when you sure can properly... more info

Tracks:

1. VTT
2. Subzero
3. The Litigants
4. Puhtainin' Thu...
5. Drums Stop, No Good
6. Catch Me If U Can
7. Nairobe Express - Vital Tech Tones, Henderson, Scott [1
8. Who Knew?
9. Time Tunnel - Vital Tech Tones, Browne, Baron
10. Chakmool-Ti

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