Forces and Feelings

Recorded in late 1970, this is 's second release for the label. Much like his first effort, , projects a spiritual tone. While it is occasionally more relaxed than his debut, that's not to say this is 's mellow disc -- far from it. has much in common with the otherworldly vibration experimented with on his date , especially when comparing the vocals of with 's girlfriend/vocalist. It was during this period that changed his name to , leading many to the conclusion that his uncompromising spirituality was keeping him from playing more gigs, especially those in nightclubs. 's band for this session was called and featured AACM member on bass, on electric guitar, on drums, and the vocals of . The disc's cover shot of the ocean with the sun rising (or setting) conveys the divine nature of the music inside the jacket. Considering the lack of recordings made by this underrated tenor saxophonist, any of his discs are recommended. ~ Al Campbell