Next Exit has it all: tight, confident playing that manages to mix fun and energy with some very complex arrangements. Kelly Jefferson's seemingly effortless command of the saxophone makes it look, and sound, simple, but it's anything but. It’s a journey from high-energy Latin-flavoured tracks such as "Give Away Take Away" to pieces like "Unconditional," a track driven by David Braid (piano) and Mark McLean (drums) that evokes images of late-night, rainy streets. A masterful release, Next Exit carries listeners away, balancing its urgency with lush cuts like "Ginza," featuring vocals by Emile-Claire Barlow and the complex richness of "Glass." The quartet’s latest studio offering has it all: Sonic diversity, awe-inducing virtuosity and vivid moments of genuine heart, as well.
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