Mike Mainieri/Marnix Busstra Quartet "Twelve Pieces" (Glide Magazine)

By Doug Collette

Playing distinctly different sounding instruments, these frontmen are certainly a simpatico pair of musicians.  The radiance of the former's vibes counterpoints the pointed motion of the latter and because both men are patent improvisationalists, the numerous ways they delve into the material constitute a series of revelations. Performing unconventional material of the guitarist's only magnifies their synergy as well as the distinct character of the songs.