The All's Eye Trio - The Simian
If The Allman Brothers Band took a joyride through a jazz-funk wormhole and picked up a few psychedelic hitchhikers along the way, the result might sound something like The All's Eye Trio's The Simian. The latest offering from the jazz collective—comprised of guitar wizard Ari Joshua, groove-master Ben Atkind (Elephantproof, formerly of Goose), and keyboard sorcerer Kris Yunker (Bearly Dead, formerly of Goose)—is an electrifying blend of retro rock nostalgia and modern jam-band alchemy, with an extra percussive push courtesy of Jason Hann (The String Cheese Incident). Recorded at Connecticut’s legendary Carriage House Studios and finalized at Joshua’s Music Factory in Seattle, The Simian exudes warmth, freedom, and a forward-driving momentum, both thematically and musically. The song’s message? Breaking cycles, leaving bad habits in the dust, and chasing the dream with reckless abandon. Joshua’s expressive guitar harmonies and Yunker’s buttery organ swells channel a soulful essence, while Hann’s conga rhythms inject a kinetic energy that keeps the whole thing moving. And just when you think you’ve settled into the groove, the track explodes into a lively piano solo that feels like a late-night jam session caught in a time warp between the ‘70s and today. The All’s Eye Trio proves their prowess not just in musicianship but in crafting a sonic journey that invites the listener to shed their inhibitions and simply feel the music. It’s a perfect fit for a film like Almost Famous—a story about passion, self-discovery, and the boundless spirit of rock ‘n’ roll. Whether you’re a jam-band aficionado or just someone craving a track with soul, The All's Eye Trio's The Simian is an exhilarating listen that brings the past and future together in one groovy package.
The All’s Eye - Carriage House
The All’s Eye delivers a sonic adrenaline rush with their latest instrumental track, Carriage House. A bold fusion of garage rock grit and experimental jazz freedom, the song bursts open with a bluesy upbeat groove that wastes no time drawing listeners into its unpredictable rhythm. The band builds the track around a driving pulse, then layers it with a vivid dynamic range that expands and contracts like a living thing—tense, expressive, and always in motion. The crunchy overdriven guitar tones, reminiscent of vintage tube amps on the edge of breakup, give Carriage House its raw muscle. But underneath the distortion and swagger, there’s a cerebral precision at play. The stereo field is carefully crafted; guitars shift between channels like characters darting in and out of shadows, while the percussion dances with jazz-influenced syncopation that surprises and delights. The result is a soundscape that feels ready-made for high-octane sequences in modern cinema. One can easily imagine Carriage House underscoring the chaotic bus chase in Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny or the kinetic rooftop pursuit in Mission: Impossible – Fallout. The tension and propulsion of the track echo the energy of these scenes—tight, urgent, and coolly unpredictable. In the indie music scene, where genre lines blur and experimentation thrives, The All’s Eye stands out as a band unafraid to push boundaries. Their performances are known for their spontaneity and intensity, drawing from each member’s deep roots in live music—from smoky jazz clubs to punk dives. With Carriage House, they channel that collective experience into a track that feels both meticulously composed and wildly alive.