Attention Deficit is a premier instrumental supergroup that emerged in the late 1990s, bridging the gap between technical progressive rock and modern jazz fusion. The trio consists of guitarist Alex Skolnick (Testament), bassist Michael Manring, and drummer Tim Alexander (Primus).
Their sound identity is defined by a 'power trio' format that eschews traditional song structures in favor of long-form, improvised jams anchored by extreme technical proficiency. Skolnick utilizes a wide array of effects to create textures reminiscent of Allan Holdsworth and Jeff Beck, while Alexander provides a polyrhythmic foundation that is both heavy and agile. Manring’s use of the Hyperbass adds a unique melodic and percussive layer that distinguishes them from more traditional fusion acts. Critically, they are viewed as a bridge between the 80s shred era and the more experimental, genre-fluid fusion of the 21st century. Their work is essential for collectors of Magna Carta Records and fans of high-concept instrumental interplay.
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