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The most adventurous quartet in contemporary jazz has met its visual match in Peter Max, the legendary pop artist who, as it turns out, is a huge fan of the band. Russell Ferrante and company could probably feel at home naming any of their innovative, loose-spirited albums after one of Max's paintings, but Altered State definitely fits the vibe here -- which is all odd meters, emotionally provocative melodic lines, and unexpected harmonies. Max, in turn, took a few preliminary tracks and was inspired to create the cool, splotchy cover art. The hourlong musical affair won't cause any permanent mental and emotional departures, but there are a lot of odd and spirited surprises along the way. "Suite 15," featuring the funky interplay of Bob Mintzer's aggressive sax and Ferrante's power chording (not to mention one of Ferrante's classic lush piano solos), is classic Jackets stuff all the way. They almost go "pop" on Mintzer's multi-genre romp "March Majestic," which is driven by drummer Marcus Baylor's New Orleans-styled march beat, Ferrante's gospel-tinged keys, and -- big shock -- Mintzer's ace soloing throughout. The spiritual centerpiece of the disc is "The Hope," a churchgoing gem featuring Jean Baylor on lead vocals and the Perry Sisters backing. Running from the fellowship hall, the quartet goes alternately fun and jazzy and then weird and wild, from Ferrante's dark, brooding, and gently exotic "Hunter's Point" to bassist Jimmy Haslip's simmering and offbeat "Youth Eternal." Marcus Baylor has a blast taking listeners into a dense percussive forest at the beginning of "Free Day," which develops into a fairly straightforward midtempo jazz number. Ferrante explains that this project was about finding some less-traveled roads. But even on those, the band can't get away from the powerful risk-taking and solid playing that make the Yellowjackets treasures in their chosen genre. ~ Jonathan Widran
ALTERED STATE features cover art by Peter Max.
Yellowjackets: Bob Mintzer (bass clarinet, soprano saxophone, tenor saxophone, EWI); Russell Ferrante (piano, keyboards); Jimmy Haslip (bass guitar); Marcus Baylor (drums).
Additional personnel: Jean Baylor (vocals); Mike Shapiro (percussion).JazzTimes (p.137) - "ALTERED STATE possesses the kind of spontaneity and skillful playing that exemplifies the best jam sessions and shouldn't be missed." **Super Audio CD (SACD) Hybrid**
This CD will play in standard CD players.
A Super Audio CD player is required to take advantage of the SACD sound technology. Altered State Music | List Price | $18.98 (You save $3.69) | | Category | Rock/Pop Albums, Jazz Instrument CDs, Smooth, Jazz, Enhanced CD, Super Audio | | Label | Heads Up | | Orig Year | 2005 | | All Time Sales Rank |  33613  | | CD Universe Part number | 6837118 | | Catalog number | 9097 | | Discs | 1 | | Release Date | Mar 22, 2005 | | Studio/Live | Studio | | Mono/Stereo | Multi | | Producer | Yellowjackets | | Engineer | Bill Schnee | | Personnel | Russell Ferrante - piano, keyboards
Jimmy Haslip - bass guitar
Bob Mintzer - bass clarinet, soprano saxophone, tenor saxophone, EWI
Marcus Baylor - drums
Also: Mike Shapiro, Jean Baylor | | Additional Info | SACD Hybrid |
Yellowjackets Altered State Songs Altered State Music Review Average Rating: (3.8 out of 5 stars)  awesome
This is my second Yellowjackets album. I first bought 'Time Squared'and was NOT disappointed. 'Altered State'has a similar approach: atypical fusion rythms, rythmic piano and sax, and a smooth, yet gritty texture. I find 'Time Squared' a bit more gripping, but this album is very good. Mind you, that's what I wrote about Time Squared and it only got better. Yellowjackets blazing, groovy, inventive. No exception with 'Altered State.'
Submitted by John (Groningen)
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The music is vintage Yellowjackets. Don't expect smooth jazz with cliche riffs and embarrassing pop sentiments. This is the group continuing in their experimentation in the tradition of great instrumental jazz
Submitted by jazzer in altagedaliah (Spring Valley, CA)
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 I'll give it 2 and a half stars!
If you was expecting something with inspired playing and something that will grab you look elsewhere. The tunes on this CD are a little boring and the performances lack fire. This CD is perfect for relaxing or putting on as background music. Simply not their best recording.
Submitted by dissapointed (ohio,usa)
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 Musical Eloquence
I have been a fan of the Yellowjackets since the release of their first CD. They have remained faithful to their approach to music; they have not fallen prey to commercialism. Altered State is similar to their previous releases...it is a work of genius, masterfully crafted, and evidences the Yellowjackets' commitment to challenge their own creativity and uniqueness. As a fan of music, I thank God for the Yellowjackets, and another unparalleled compilation of musical eloquence.
Submitted by jacobsportraits (Spokane, WA)
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Excellence as usual!
Wonderfully sophisticated, elegant and satisfying. This CD rewards repeated listening abd appeals to serious jazz lovers. It is too sophisticated for smooth jazz radio, which only means that it is REAL jazz. Possibly the best offering from the Yellowjackets ever!
Submitted by Enthusios (Lancaster, PA)
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I was born, raised and educated as the son of a preacher man in Washington DC. I began my involvement with music at the early age of 5 with a set of red bongos. This was the point when I realized I liked and enjoyed what I had discovered. Through out my life I have experienced much growth and devotion to music with the realization that God is my source. In Him I move and live and have my being. Music is not just a career, it is the heart of who I am. I attribute all of my success and abilities to my God, and my parents who are committed christians that have supported and encouraged my endeavors in every phase of my life. I have also been blessed with two sons who bring joy into my heart. They show me true love, a love that a son has for their father. When my sons were asked how they would describe me, they answered ...
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