Great album consisting of 3 of today's most talented musicians. I was a Wooten fan going into the album but my jaw dropped with Henderson's screaming guitar riffs; I have a new found respect for these cats after listening to this album. "snake soda" is off the hook and listening to another version of "giant steps" is always a treat.
SAFETY HARNESS REQUIRED [you may need it!]:
"Well, what have we here then? Scott Henderson, Steve Smith and Victor Wooten - I think I know what to expect". WRONG! Put all your preconceptions to one side, and just enjoy. This album is going to be a little bit of a surprise. You know how "fusion" music can sometimes become a bit predictable or even stale - bands simply rehashing what's been done before, only not as well. Then suddenly a band appears that literally EXPLODES onto the scene, to shake things up. Well, Vital Tech Tones is such a... more info
Another ploddy jam disc:
I was looking forward to this disc when I heard of the lineup. Although Im not a fan at all of Victor Wooten. He seems to mix well with Steve and Scott. At first listen, a few tunes jump out at you . King Twang and Crash Course are the hottest numbers on this one. But after listening to this more and more everything else on here are just fillers. Scotts soloing is fierce and in your face, as is Steves. But once again im disappointed with the overall song content.
giant steps:
GIANT STEPS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OH MY GOD. lie detector is extremely sweet. vic wooten demonstrates the full range of his instrument and its very refreshing to hear him play walking lines instead of slapping all the time. steve smith is just a GREAT drummer. weckl like chops with great musicality and time. ah, scott henderson. alongside metheny, holdsworth, wes, and steve vai as my favorite guitarists. he says his tone on this albums is amongst his worst recorded, but its still shockingly... more info
Tracks:
Crash Course
Snake Soda
Dr. Hee
Everglades
Two for One - Vital Tech Tones, Smith, Steve [Drums
