Da Da Man/Early In The Morning/Don't Care/Toad/Aiko Biaye/Man Of Constant Sorrow/Do What You Like/Doin' It
After the departure of Eric Clapton from the very short-lived supergroup Blind Faith the three remaining members recruited several prominent musicians to join them in the ensemble Air Force, which added jazz and African music to the mix. (US:33 UK:37)
“First album by the legendary ensemble Air Force, formed by drummer Ginger Baker following the collapse of Blind Faith, to pursue the music he was truly interested in, which included jazz and African music. He managed to persuade a large number of British luminaries to join forces in this ambitious project.”
“The music is a wonderful mixture of jazz, rock and world music, performed with passion and virtuosity. The lengthy tracks allow for extended instrumental improvisations and the two drummers have ample opportunity to engage in mighty duels. In retrospect the album is visionary and educational, allowing a glimpse of a time when musical dreams were realized. This pioneering effort is a wonderful legacy for generations to come and includes many unforgettable moments.”
“Long jams probably not rehearsed very much, as witnessed by stumbles in the musical choreography here and there, feedback screams from the sound system, muffled intros, etc. But who can ignore the percussion locomotive of the drummers that drives this music along.”
“This live set features a stellar cast of performers, and has some very good moments, but also a lot of pointless blowing. Prog jazz/rock fusion featuring sax and flute and, oh yeah, drums. Mostly instrumental, with plenty of drum solos.”
“Although it is very messy on many levels, recording, production, playing etc. in parts it hits great highs now and then and is therefore worth a listen. The musicians are having a great time and occasionally flying by the seats of their pants.”
“The playing is loose and out of tune, and can seem like they're going on forever with not much actually happening within the framework other than a mad drum racket with competing horns.”
“This is a pretty wild album, at times sloppy and off-key, with self indulgent soloing and at other times has quirky jazzy, free-for-all jamming, but somehow it all works.”
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