The Pete Roth Trio has released its new single, "Full Circle," the first preview of the upcoming live CD/DVD album Group Chat. Available now, the track captures the chemistry between guitarist Pete Roth, bassist Mike Pratt, and legendary drummer Bill Bruford, offering listeners a taste of the trio's dynamic musical interplay.
"Full Circle" holds a special place in the band's repertoire, as it was one of the first compositions the trio developed together several years ago. Opening the new album, the song showcases the group's conversational approach to improvisation and groove. In a twist longtime fans will appreciate, it also features Bill Bruford performing in a straightforward 4/4 rhythm—a rarity throughout his celebrated career. The performance is also featured on the accompanying live DVD.
Group Chat marks Pete Roth's third major album and a milestone release for Bill Bruford, whose return to headline performance follows a 13-year hiatus. It also represents Bruford's first appearance on newly recorded material in 19 years, making the project a significant moment for fans of progressive music and contemporary jazz alike.
Produced by Pete Roth and Bill Bruford for Winterfold Records, Group Chat blends jazz, funk, contemporary classical influences, and spontaneous improvisation into a collection that celebrates musical conversation and creative risk-taking. Alongside original compositions including "Full Circle," "Dancing With Grace," and "Original Sin," the album features collaborative works such as "Part Of The Charm" and "Looking Forward To Looking Back," as well as an imaginative improvisation on the Largo from Dvořák's Symphony No. 9. The result is a recording that feels spontaneous, adventurous, and deeply connected.
The release arrives as a deluxe two-disc CD/DVD digipak featuring a nine-track live album and a bonus 35-minute DVD that includes live performances, an introduction to the project, and a special spoken segment from Pete Roth.
Early critical response has been overwhelmingly positive. Biff Bam Pop! called the trio "a band of equals, clearly loving the opportunity to improvise and have musical conversations," while Innerviews praised the group's "rich nuance, invention, and telepathic rapport." Dr. Jazz Talks described the album as "a feast of rhythm and melody," and Make Weird Music summed up its appeal simply: "I wish more jazz was this much fun."
Drawing from backgrounds in blues, rock, jazz, jazz fusion, and progressive music, Pete Roth, Mike Pratt, and Bill Bruford have created a trio that reimagines the traditional guitar trio format. Their shared musical curiosity and instinctive communication allow melody, groove, texture, and improvisation to coexist naturally throughout the performance.
Group Chat stands as a compelling live document of three accomplished musicians in open musical dialogue. "Full Circle" is available to stream now, with the full CD/DVD release arriving soon from Winterfold Records.
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