Michael Mueller
Some albums are truly sublime, and this is one of them. Despite the slightly ear-twisting 'pleasure' of hearing Pharoah sing on the second track, the first song, Harvest Time, is a spiritual experience.
It weaves its way through the space normally occupied by Laraaji and Alice Coltrane when at her most meditative. The guitar bubbles like mercury, the bass like tree roots dancing. Inimitable perfection.
The bonus tracks are a joy, making this one of the releases of the year.
Favorite track: Harvest Time.