Phoebe's Dream D-jam (Sound Vault)
Scaly old critics such as myself search for the near intangible that vague sense of invention inherent in only the most gifted of sonic souls. Here this Vicwegian foursome, based round the abilities of genetic rivals Phil and John Smarty, elicit some of the required x-factor. Based on a meditatively uncomplicated riff, there's an admirable air of freshness and creativity here. The upcoming long-player "Return The Love" might just be worth a gander on the strength of this teaser. RICHARD KWONG (OCT 2000) Time-Off magazine, Brisbane.
