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the genre when TMF takes the stage. Guitarist/songwriter Robby Krieger is best known for his work in the California psyche- delic rock band The Doors but he has remained active over the years releasing solo records that explored classical, jazz and rock. Robby Krieger In Ses- sion is a continuation of these concepts with creative covers and mixes featuring an impres- sive list of guest artists such as Jackson Browne, Hawkwind’s Nik Turner, Asia’s John Wetton, Styx’s Tommy Shaw, and even the Star Trek captain himself, William Shatner. The 11-track album opens with The Beatles’ “Across The Universe.” Robby with Jackson puts a slightly dif- ferent spin on the classic while staying true to form. “Hyperno- va” is a spacey instrumental that flows into a series of Pink Floyd songs culminating with the still disturbing and dramatic “Brain Damage.” Rod Argent rocks with Robby on “School” while “Deep Listen to “Across The Universe” by Robbie Krieger NJ STAGE 2017 - Vol. 4 No. 4 INDEX NEXT ARTICLE 35