“[..] their book teems with melodies, always a plus compared to the mildly predictable rifftunes that occasionally show up on stages these days. Plus, they’re a band, with ahandful of writers and broader persona because of it. The three or four times I’ve caught’em, [ContraPunctus] have tickled me immensely by continuously passing the ballaround. A romantic tune from the bassist, an introspective piece from the pianist, and aflight of fancy from the reed player – their directions are many. Not to mention that CarlaBley update. And the solos – Staaf’s a fire starter, pure and simple. Variety is you knowwhat, so get ready to be tickled yourself.”

- Jim Macnie