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Considering guitarist Nels Cline's history, it's no surprise that the music of the Consentrik Quartet occasionally has shades of rock. “Slipping Into Something” starts subtly before bursting into a drum-driven groove fit for a rock song. Tom Rainey (drums) and Chris Lightcap (bass) keep heads nodding as Ingrid Laubrock (tenor saxophone) and Cline impressively trade the limelight. The pair strike up an enthralling musical dialogue with inventive reactions and reinterpretations. The exchanges on “Slipping Into Something” are an example of the strong chemistry between Laubrock and Cline, a crucial component of the success of the Consentrik Quartet’s eponymous debut album.
