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When three master musicians lock into a groove and let the tape roll, the result can be downright transcendent. That’s exactly what happens on Saturday Sessions, a two-track live EP from The All’s Eye—featuring Ari Joshua on guitar, Ben Atkind on drums, and Kris Yunker on Hammond organ. Recorded live at Barbershop Studios for Matt Rifino’s acclaimed ‘Saturday Sessions’ video series, this release feels less like a casual jam and more like a séance of soul, psychedelia, and jazz-funk chemistry caught in its purest form.
The opener, “Gramama,” is the standout. A poignant tribute to Ari Joshua’s late grandmother—affectionately known as Granny Queenie—the song begins with the line, “How lucid and beloved seem those days of which I covid.” That alone sets the tone: it’s personal, poetic, and steeped in memory. What follows is a powerful blend of gospel-tinged organ swells, fuzzed-out guitar leads, and a heartbeat rhythm that feels like it’s riding an old Southern train through time.
“Say What You Wanna Say” turns up the tempo and lets the trio off the leash. Originally written for a boogaloo-style session, this version leans hard into funky jazz-rock fusion. There’s a controlled chaos here—pulsing grooves, sharp organ stabs, and Joshua’s gritty guitar lines cutting through like electric gospel. It’s exploratory yet rooted, daring but never indulgent.
Sonically, Saturday Sessions thrives on its rawness. There’s no glossy overproduction here—just three musicians in a room, captured in high fidelity by Rifino’s expert direction. The multi-camera visuals add another dimension, showcasing a band that’s channeling something deeper.
For fans of Medeski Martin & Wood, Khruangbin, or even early Pink Floyd’s improvisational leanings, The All’s Eye is a must-listen. What sets them apart is their spiritual approach—these tracks aren’t just grooves; they’re experiences. Emotional, kinetic, and joyfully unpredictable.
