This latest by the collaborative project of Brighton-based saxophonist Caines, and Sheffield multi-instrumentalist and Discus label boss Archer, extends the methodology of their previous two albums. Caines’ concise, Ornette-ish melodic sketches form an authoritative nucleus, performed with a relaxed, unshowy sense of freedom by a core unit including bassist Gus Garside and drummer Johnny Hunter. Archer not only arranges these somewhat introspective doodles but also edits, mixes and sequences them, stringing together short, individual pieces to build larger, more expansive suites. There’s an impressive range of moods on display, among which fans of Archer’s hefty back catalogue will recognise some of his key obsessions: vibes, violin and scattered percussion suggest a date recorded for the AACM; gnarled electric guitar and punchy horns nod to the jazz-rock of late-1960s bands such as Colosseum or even Caines’ old outfit East Of Eden. At the same time, the generous application of electronic effects suggests richly imagined sonic universes – from sub-aquatic depths to avian, tree-top twittering. But, no matter how far the session roams, Caines’ quietly determined lyricism provides a cohering central voice. Simple yet arresting themes tumble from his horn in a generous stream of invention, seemingly oblivious to the chaos around him.