John Klemmer was (along with Eddie Harris) a pioneer and an innovator at utilizing electrical devices on his saxophone. For this live set, Klemmer used an Echoplex on his tenor and soprano and was joined by keyboardist Mike Nock, electric bassist Wilton Feldman, drummer Eddie Marshall, Victor Feldman on percussion, and (on two of the eight songs) vocalist Diana Lee. Recorded live on June 17, 1972 (with additional recording added five days later), this CD reissue gives one a good example of Klemmer's playing before his mood music records caught on. He certainly achieved some unusual effects at the time although he never became an influential force. Worth investigating by open-eared listeners.

(by Scott Yanow, All Music Guide)

A live performance from saxophonist Klemmer and friends captured in 1972 at the Ash Grove in LA. All originals and all wrapped in the blanket of sound created by Klemmer's idyllic visions. Peaceful without being sappy, strong without being harsh. Although performed in front of an audience there are passages a bit dreamlike and personal. Never one to grandstand John shares the spotlight around with his fellow travelers. Wonderful cover art on this gatefold sleeve has a bit of that early seventies utopian wishfulness about it.

(tralfaz-archives.com)