A.C. Unit

A.C. Unit: Lost Property

Read "Lost Property" reviewed by Mark Sabbatini

by Mark Sabbatini
May 20, 2005

Except for a few top acts, modern experimental jazz bands are usually short on either ability or innovation. The former may be more interesting in concept, but ultimately the latter makes for better albums--reflecting the cliche that there's no substitute for talent.

So while A.C. Unit's Lost Property doesn't feel like uncharted territory, it is an interesting trio showcase of mixed playing concepts. That's not to say it's boring or predictable--calling free jazz formulaic is just short of ...