Now here's a fun one: Hidden Details is a new outing, built from the ground up by a mix of older members (AKA the classic era) and a host of others led by flute & sax heavyweight Theo Travis. Whilst lacking some of the psychedelic, mind bending charm of their late 60's through mid 70's period, where Hidden Details really succeeds is in its unique atmosphere (which has a lot of great flute) and its subtle adventurous inclination that border on the free jazz sounds of groups like Tipographica.

This is a case where the new tracks actually stand up to the older cuts covered by this particular lineup. The opening title piece in particular comes at you right away with a capering groove, punctuated by blasts of sax moving further and further away from the central bassline but really selling the improvisations. Another big highlight is 'Heart Of Guard' which features prominent acoustic guitar and woodwinds that lends it a certain moodiness. Just wonderful material, really, and it's been a bright spot in 2018 for sure.