Same musical intelligence, more accessible melodies and grooves. Here's the thread: The Friendly Edge (The most joyful thing jazz-rock ever produced - Jaco's bass line alone is worth the price of admission) (One of the most beautiful melodies in jazz, full stop - complex underneath but irresistible on top) (Funk and jazz fused perfectly - that synth bass riff lives in your head forever) (Melodic guitar-led fusion with a wide open, almost cinematic feel) (Pure singing guitar tone - emotional and immediate, no complexity required) (Jaw-dropping musicianship wrapped in a pop sensibility - Steve G