Ocean were like a lot of instrumental private jazz rock / fusion bands in America, putting together a high quality product to an audience of only a few. From Cincinnati, Ocean's primary solo instruments are the guitar and trumpet, with fine keyboard accompaniment. Excellent rhythm section as well. The six lengthy tracks allow the band to stretch, but not too much, keeping each composition in check and the soloists to a minimum. Special shout out goes to band leader Bruce Fox, who adds a deliciously psychedelic tone to his guitar. Certainly an anachronistic sound for 1982! File alongside other like-minded groups from America such as Genre, 3PM, Bellvista, and Gold.
Ownership: 1982 Ocean Sound Recordings (LP)
Not released on CD as of 5/4/25.1/18/10 (review); 12/30/14; 12/22/21 (update / new entry)
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