DOLDINGER JUBILEE CONCERT

We have a bit of a descrepancy in the lineup listing on this disc. The lineup above refers to a 2nd Doldinger Jubilee release done ' 75 that I have yet to get. This disc features a lineup consisting of the PASSPORT classic team (Klaus, Curt, Kristian and Wolfgang) along with Brian Auger (keyboards), Pete York (drums & perc.), Johnny Griffin (ten. sax) and Volker Kreigel (guitar). Recorded live in Dusseldorf by the Rolling Stones mobile unit, you'd think PASSPORT fronting a big combo like this would be pretty impressive. Well, it's really hit and miss. The sci-fi sounds of the classic PASSPORT jarringly clash with Brian's muzack jazz styles. One minute you're in the stratosphere, next you're in a L.A. lounge. Not to knock Brian Auger, a terrific keyboard player, but his style just doesn't quite mix here. That aside, the performances are still rock solid with some great moments.