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Product Description This is the critically acclaimed second CD from one of rock's hottest instrumental bands. This release builds on the momentum they gained from their debut EP, and continues to push the sonic envelope of their music. Review "Bassist Troy Johnson commands funk/rock chops and plays hot two-handed licks and harmonics." -- GUITAR PLAYER"Drummer Todd Roberson has startling technical ability as well as a melodic ear for drum-set orchestration." -- DRUM!"Guitarist Mark Zavon is a very thematic player with a good vibrato who conveys a strong sense of conviction in the notes he plays." -- GUITAR PLAYER"JRZ System create high energy instrumental songs with a lot of atmosphere." -- TAKE IT - GERMANY"JRZ System produce an original style of music with it's own powerful sound." -- THE INSTRUMENTALS OF ROCK"Troy Johnson tears it up on this four song EP of Steve Vai-ish rock instrumentals. Interesting tunes with a modern sound." -- BASS PLAYER"Well performed instrumental groovy hardrock." -- STRUTTER - HOLLAND From the Label JRZ System: Greenhouse Effect (CD, 29:53); Novox Music. Spunky Nebraska fusion trio Troy Johnson, bass, Todd Roberson, drums and Mark Zavon, guitar returns from a long hiatus with a delightful little album that emphasizes melody, harmony and playful arrangements over generic chopzilla. Interestingly, these guys pack a lot of virtuosity and variety into eight tracks spanning a mere 30 minutes. Like gourmet fast food, Greenhouse Effect is a quick but exquisitely satisfying aural feast. Things get off to a joyously rockin' beginning with "Tropical Cancer" and "Riverside" before the emphasis downshifts to tasty grooves on Tommy Bolin's "Savannah Woman," and "Floating in a Bowl." Deft country-jazz pickin' is explored a la Dixie Dregs on "R.R. #1" and "Polk County Shuffle." The album then closes with the aptly titled "What the Funk" and the sole vocal track, "Bonedaddy ... Don't Ask." The eight-minute finale is an especially classy number with jarring guitar leads and an accomplished sense of swing. Hats off to the JRZ system for proving that progressive fusion can transcend pointless instrumental indulgence on behalf of genuine songwriting. About the Artist JRZ System was formed to provide three friends, three very talented musicians, a release for their creativity. Performing a high-energy showcase of innovative originals that focus on songwriting and technical ability, JRZ System present a unique blend of funk, rock and fusion. Troy Johnson's massive bass in perfect time with Todd Roberson's precise drumming lays a solid foundation for Mark Zavon's guitar assault and together they create a harmonically rich atmosphere. Bassist Troy Johnson, a professional player over half his life, has thousands of shows to his credit. Performing at the Musicians Institute or alongside a diverse range of guitarists, Johnson feels at home on any stage. Guitar Player described his funk/rock chops and two-handed taps as extremely solid and Bass Player said Johnson tears it up on interesting tunes with a modern sound. Drummer Todd Roberson began his career with a study of percussion fundamentals and a dedicated practice regimen. His natural talents flourished as he won all-state awards for drum skills three consecutive years. Through teaching, sessions and performing he continues to develop as a master of syncopated rhythms. DRUM! featured Roberson's playing and arranging skills and stated he has startling technical ability as well as a melodic ear for drum-set orchestration. Guitarist Mark Zavon, influenced by many styles of music, has developed a technique combining speed and control of the instrument. Applying slides, harmonics and classical music studies to a blues based playing gives Zavon his individuality as a guitarist. Guitar Player described him as a very thematic player with a good vibrato who conveys a strong sense of conviction in the notes he plays. An interview as a featured artist on The Instrumentals Of Rock gave Zavon the opportunity to share his thoughts on music to a worldwide audience and showcase his playing skills. See more