Today's jazz suggests many terms of expression - outstanding jazz albums deserve but one: "Displayed excellence" - in regard to the featured musicians. According to the line-up mentioned above, this particular requirement is definitely fulfilled. The music on this album is a perfect example of mutual understanding in between top-notch jazz musicians. No matter which of the participants is involved, the inter-action between them is right out overwhelming. The way the material is dealt with points towards an incredible high level of performance. Haerters mastery of the guitar adds an unusual flavor of depth. The consciousness of his instrument's range and possibilities as well as his brilliant technical abundance are amazing. His cooperation with trumpeter Erik Truffaz may at first appear like a most valid continuation of the direction once set by Miles Davis, however, the inspirations to their music come from many different old, new and newest developments, a fact also recognized when each of the tenor saxophonists enter the picture. Rarely has one heard a Michael Brecker cutting loose to this extent of total abandon - on the other hand, Dewey Redmans articulate and soulful rendition of bassist Bänz Oesters ballad "I still love you" turns out to be a true tonal poem of rare beauty. The music on "CatScan" will create excitement and total appreciation by the discerning listener with an open mind. To the newcomer, this album will open doors to new and fresh approaches towards what is generally called "jazz" - but can conceptually be simply interpreted by "displayed excellence". Kurt Weil © Unit Records