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Those expecting a simple solo drummer showcase from the man who led both Yes and King Crimson into the deepest of topographic oceans should, upon listening to Bruford's independent exploits, be pleasantly surprised. ONE OF A KIND, album number two for the Bruford band, sows Bruford's wild jazz roots for once and all, peppered judiciously with numerous elements of his freewheeling prog rock past.
To accompany his nimble rhythmic travails, he assembled a crackerjack squad of supporting players. Together this quartet recorded the symphonic prog of "The Sahara of Snow," the electronic shabazz of "Hell's Bells," and the undeniably gorgeous fusion-bop of "The Abingdon Chasp." Rarely has an album title been so accurate.
Recorded at Trident Studios, London, England in January & February 1979.
Personnel: Bill Bruford (spoken vocals, drums); Jeff Berlin (vocals, electric bass); Sam Alder, Anthea Norman-Taylor (spoken vocals); Allan Holdsworth (guitar); Dave Stewart (keyboards).
Bill Bruford One Of A Kind Songs One Of A Kind Music Review Average Rating: (5 out of 5 stars)   List All Reviews Don't ask me to classify this style! Other than GREAT!
What do you call this music? Definitely rock-influenced...but musically complex, definitely jazz influenced. The highly capable ensemble does it fast, slow, loud, and very gentle, but does it all with little connection to traditional expectations.
Bruford, a first-class, veteran drummer, relies little on steady tempos and standard time signatures. Everything is a bit "way out there". He even inserts a short narrative from "Alice in Wonderland". And it all works well.
The closest comparison I can make for this album is another one in which Bruford played: U.K.'s self-titled album from 1977. Also highly recommended. This album is probably not for everyone (musically complex), but will contribute to the growth of any serious musician or music lover.
Submitted by a reviewer (Omaha, NE, USA) 
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No great jazz rock allbum !
After departing from sinfo band UK,Bruford made this great LP !,with UK mate Allan Holdsworth(ex soft machine) ,Keyboardist Dave Stewart (Egg,Hatfield and the North,National Health) and great bassist Jeff Berlin,the compositions are a mixture of songs that was composed for UK (and also played live as forever till sundat and the saharas of snow )with compositions arranged with the new band,this was Bruford second solo album and one of the best !
Submitted by alesscasado (buenos aires ,argentina)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No One of a kind
I first heard this album when I was a teen and getting my feet wet as a guitar player. I agree with all of the other reviews in that it has stood the test of time. Excellent collaboration between Holdsworth, Stewart, Bruford and Berlin. In fact, I saw Bruford at Summerfest in Milwaukee, WI in 1979. Excellent show even without Holdsworth on guitar. I believe it was John "the unknown" Clark on guitar. I think this was right around the time Bruford released "Gradually Going Toranado" and "The Bruford Tapes". Both good albums, but in my opinion not as good as "One of a kind".
Submitted by Rob "The Attack" (Germantown, WI)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No Astounding Album
This is the second instrumental album Bill Bruford and Alan Holdsworth and Co. recorded after their departure from the supergroup U.K. in the late 70's. Although the trademark drum and guitar parts of U.K. are quite apparent, this album gives a new, fresher and more jazzy feeling which differs from all that Bill Bruford did while in Yes, King Crimson and U.K. Definitely a must-have piece for Bruford and Holdsworth fans and all prog-rock lovers. Great album by great musicians at their best. Unquestionably five stars. Strongly recommended.
Submitted by bakushevi (Toronto, ON, Canada)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No Stands the test of time - ******
Originally turned on to this album in the 70's and today its still my favorite. Tight, energetic and an excellent example of Jazz - Rock fusion. Holdsworth steals the show along with a Bruford backbeat driving the listener through a total life experience of mood and emotion.
Must have - no doubt!
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