OREGON - 1000 Kilometers (2007) FLAC (image+.cue), lossless

Throughout their long existence, Oregon have consistently performed music that is difficult to categorize. Some of their acoustic ventures, particularly in the group's earlier days, could be considered "world jazz" or "folk-jazz" due to the unusual instrumentation, avoidance of conventional blue notes, and original pieces. On 1000 Kilometers, there are times when the group actually sounds close to Weather Report in the 1970s, particularly when electronics and Paul McCandless' soprano are utilized. But there are also performances that sound far from Weather Report, focusing on Ralph Towner's acoustic guitar, McCandless' other instruments, and the rhythm team of bassist Glen Moore and drummer Mark Walker. The music constantly keeps one guessing, and although McCandless is generally the lead voice in the ensembles, all four musicians make strong contributions. 1000 Kilometers is a fine effort from a unique band. The improvisation by Paul McCandless on the title track was nominated for a Grammy award in 2007 for Best Jazz Instrumental Solo, and Mark Walker's "Deep Six" was nominated for Best Instrumental Composition. by Scott Yanow  
Tracklist:
1     Deep Six 4:23
Mark Walker
2     From a Dream 1:02
Ralph Towner
3     Catching Up 8:15
Ralph Towner
4     1000 Kilometers 10:30
Ralph Towner
5     Bayonne 6:31
Paul McCandless
6     Simone 5:54
Ralph Towner
7     Free Imp 1:46
Oregon
8     Back Pocket 2:59
Glen Moore
9     Relentless Imp 3:35
Oregon
10     Paraglide 6:57
Ralph Towner
11     The Bactrian 8:05
Glen Moore
12     1000 Kilometers (Reprise) 2:03
Ralph Towner
Credits:
Classical Guitar, Guitar Synthesizer [Synth Guitar], Piano, Keyboards – Ralph Towner
Double Bass – Glen Moore
Drums, Percussion [Hand Percussion], Synthesizer [Drum Synthesizer] – Mark Walker
Ensemble – Oregon
Oboe, English Horn, Bass Clarinet, Soprano Saxophone – Paul McCandless