INTERface was the brainchild of John Fischer who again is joined by stalwarts from previous albums; Rick Kilburn, Mark Whitecage and Phillip Wilson. In addition, there are two other drummers Bobby Meyer, Thomas Whaley that are alternated across the two discreet sessions heard here. However, of exceptional interest is altoist Marion Brown whom appears as a guest, more importantly he is most noted as the unaccompanied musician on 'Solo'. Of course, Marion doesn't disappoint, his offerings are certainly a great inclusion to the entirety of the album. Check out the astonishing alto duet with Mark Whitecage on 'Polka', whereby Marion embraces his part with great gusto. All the compositions are penned by Fischer, except #B3 by Marion Brown, with some curious names, but in the end, they allow the various groupings to explore and improvise on some captivating tunes. As a pianist Fisher offers up some remarkable solos, but also of note is bassist Rick Kilburn adding an anchored core to the sessions. Overall, the album is of merit worthy of a few appraisals and as a group INTERface was an inspirational addition to the vastly emerging Free Jazz genre throughout the seventies.
ReEntry Records, RE-003, 1979
Recorded August, 1978 & February,
1979 at Media Sound Studio, New York City
Musicians:
John Fischer - Piano
(#A1-B2,B4), Voice (#B4)
Mark Whitecage - Alto Sax
(#A1-B2,B4), Bass Clarinet (#A1)
Marion Brown - Alto Saxophone
(#A2-A4,B2,B3)
Rick Kilburn - Bass (#A1-B2,B4)
Bobby Meyer - Drums
Thomas Whaley - Drums
Phillip Wilson - Drums
Tracks:
A1. Polkanese {John Fischer} (3:16)
A2. Foxtrot {John Fischer} (8:06)
A3. P4/m3 [2 Altos] {John
Fischer} (5:29)
A4. Loud & Soft {John
Fischer} (2:16)
B1. Birthday {John Fischer} (6:42)
B2. Polka {John Fischer} (5:57)
B3. Solo {Marion Brown}
(4:27)
B4. Ticker Poum {John Fischer}
(3:44)
Total Time: 39:57
Credits:
Producer - INTERface
Engineer - Bill Stein
(#A1,B1), Phil Shrago (#A2-A4,B2-B4)
Cover Art - John Fischer
Photos - Ray Ross
