The Gateway trio first recorded for ECM in 1975. At the time, drummer Jack DeJohnette and bassist Dave Holland were already an established force and well on their way to recognition as one of the greatest rhythm teams in jazz history. Their work with Miles Davis didn't make Ron Carter and Tony Williams forget, but their innovative rhythm style suited Davis' new approach like a jacket. Guitarist John
… Abercrombie feels completely at ease in the role of pilot in the Gateway trio. His seamless, inventive playing makes Homecoming Gateway's most profound CD. Dutch title piece alternates between swing and backbeats like only Gateway can. Abercrombie works from tight little phrases to long, swirling lines that peaks in distorted bursts. Holland' s powerful variations are answered by his fellow musicians with quasar-like bleeps. The other eight pieces elicit an equally varied range of improvisation.more
