Downbeat Magazine: "...exciting, exotic jazz fusion."..... Option Magazine: " a fine guitarist, pianist, composer whose style includes fusion jazz, solo finger-style guitar, simple ensemble pieces, and works of nearly symphonic proportions." Originally released on the Philo/Fretless label in 1981, Matthews' first solo album is an eclectic mix of electric fusion and new acoustic ensemble pieces that feature outstanding performances by Rusty Clark on viola and violin, and David darling on cello.