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TARBABY

The End of Fear (Posi-Tone)

YES, it’s a provocative band name, and there is some provocative music in spots, but this CD is great.

At its core is a power trio of sorts in pianist Orrin Evans, bassist Eric Revis and drummer Nasheet Watts, augmented by saxophonists Oliver Lake (alto) and J.D. Allen (tenor) along with trumpeter Nicholas Payton.

The material ranges from Fats Waller to punk band Bad Brains, but it is all energetic, well-written, well-played and simply great music. Powerhouse pianist Evans and superb drummer Watts are highlights of the disc, but Revis and the horns take it to a new level. It may be bit out-there in spots for some fans, but it is an album full of superb playing. ‘Ö’Ö’Ö’Ö

— Chris Smith