Hellbound train : an anthology

"The two-CD, 127-minute set includes music from seven of Tibbets' ECM Records albums, collated in an unusual fashion - beginning with one tune from The Fall Of Us All (1994), then five from A Man About A Horse (2002), then one each from Exploded View (1987) and Safe Journey (1984), followed by five in a row from Big Map Idea (1989), and so on. This is brilliantly done, the tune choices and sequencing making a compelling experience. Tibbetts chose the tunes; Manfred Eicher, the boss at ECM Records, is listed as the producer, so a tip of the hat to both men for putting together a terrific package that showcases Steve Tibbets' idiosyncratic talents".

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"In sum, Hellbound Train serves as an excellent introduction for newcomers and a sublime mixtape for fans".

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"[As an ECM artist since 1982's Northern Song, Tibbetts has been] pursuing a movable crossroads of modal psychedelia, dreamscape electronics and ceremonial rhythms across the eight albums antologised in this set. I've previously likened Tibbetts' Indo-riff ascension and locomotive drama to the spiritual Carlos Santana and Robert Fripp in the court of the Dalai Lama. But there's a jubilant rock'n'roll vengeance too (...) and a compelling lyricism to the acoustic spells ... If you are new to Tibbetts, Hellbound Train is an exciting introduction".

"Hellbound Train is a collection that moves seamlessly from atmospheric world music to industrial rock to experimental acoustic jazz and everything in between. Each song flows seamlessly into the next while also referencing a consistent set of textures and themes throughout. The hypertextual nature of this anthology perfectly encapsulates Tibbet's signature sound and methodical artistry".