With their second lp, The Greg Foat group display their musical horizons by playing a number of styles; composing modal jazz compositions as well as cosmic jazz inspired funk. Although there are twelve tracks “Girl and Robot with Flowers” features six alternate takes of the title track with each piece taking on a life of it’s own. Part 1 is an atmospheric jazz piece that features Rob Mach on Sax. The band stretches out on Part 3 & 4; the former is a scorching funk tune with bassist Phil Achille laying down a hearty groove. Before you know it Part 3 eases into Part 4, changing tempo and shifting into mellow funk with spacey soundscapes. Some of the best moments occur on the two featured ballads. “For a Breath I Tarry” is a warm ethereal tune highlighted by Rob Mach’s melodic soloing while “Blues for Lila” is a warm emotive tune that features Greg in a trio setting. The Greg Foat Group eliminate any thoughts of a sophomore slump with another impressive lp and another golden nugget from Jazzman records.
