It’s clear from this recording that Binney, having written all seven pieces, is an excellent composer who takes interesting chances in his writing and gives it a lot of thought and effort and he is just as interesting, refreshing, and risk-taking in his improvising. There are plenty of examples of David's signature horn harmony, epic themes, and intertwining horn lines. While traces of funky grooves thread their way through some of the music early on the album, they never stay in one place for too long. Binney's trademark metric forks in the road always keep things interesting, and Weiss constantly adapts to the contours of each piece and the moods that are brought forth by each soloist but Barefooted Town's greatest strength are in its unforgettable melodies, which remain unforgettable, long after it's over.
