Unlike the many sterile, note-for-note versions of Dark Side proffered by lesser talents, the Italian vocalist's rendition - backed by his partners on saxophone and bass - truly distinguishes itself by taking a strikingly imaginative and boldly creative new approach to the familiar material - in this case, a wholly absorbing interpretation that reflects his lifelong love of jazz and improvisation. He pulls out all the stops with his vast arsenal of unparalleled vocal techniques, augmented by his provocative electronic treatments. A few guests also contribute to the album, among other Indonesian guitarist Dewa Budjana on one track.
