Consisting of Chris Rosenau, Jon Mueller and Matt Tennessen, Pele is a quazi-jazz trio that is kind of a light version of Martin, Tedeski and Wood. This is instrumental jazz that is a good bit more newcomer-friendly than the hard-core jazz improvisation of MTW. Jangling, jazz musings that are fused with prog-rock touches that recall King Crimson and alternative flavor that fans of Dave Matthews would appreciate. Nine pieces that feature the magical interplay of instruments reminiscent of early Yes, and the reckless swagger of the Meat Puppets.

This record definitely falls under the category of music for musicians, but it blurs enough boundaries to broaden it's appeal beyond the commercial graveyard. Really smart stuff. Check it out.