On a strong follow-up to his classic
Twilight Time, tenor-saxophonist
Bennie Wallace continues in the same New Orleans r&bish vein. The music includes funky originals and a few traditional numbers ("Stormy Weather" and "Carolina Moon") and features
Wallace with trombonist
Ray Anderson (on four of the eight tunes), pianist
Dr. John, guitarist
John Scofield, bassist
Eddie Gomez and drummer
Herlin Riley; guests include guitarist
Mitch Watkins on two numbers. Although not quite reaching the heights of the earlier set, there is plenty of spirit displayed on this unusual and easily recommended set. ~ Scott Yanow