Recorded live at Salão Brazil under the auspices of JACC - Jazz at Centro Clube on October 20th, 2017, the quintet made up of five respected musicians of the improv scene. Known for his emotive and dynamic trumpet playing, Luis Vicente's contributions add a layer of expressive depth to the album's sonic landscape. Another versatile musician, 1/5 of Fail Better quintet, Marco Franco provides a rhythmic foundation by his sparse drumming while his flute work introduces an ethereal note to the riding and hypnotic nuances. As a central figure in the band's composition and sound, Marcelo dos Reis' electric guitar work ranges from delicate intricacies to powerful sustains, contributing to the shape of the album's sonic identity. José Miguel Pereira's bass lines form a resonant backbone, guiding the album's harmonic and rhythmic structure with precision and subtlety. Last but definitely not least, Albert Cirera's saxophone contributions enrich the album with expressive melodies and improvisational flair, adding a narrative dimension to each track. The album's executive production by JACC Records ensures a seamless integration of live energy and studio precision.

"The Fall" unfolds with "Ground Floor", where dos Reis' electric guitar weaves intricate patterns over Pereira's pulsating bass lines, while Vicente's trumpet soars with poignant melodies. Franco's drums and occasional flute interjections add layers of texture, setting the stage for an immersive sonic experience.

"Rise Up" follows, driven by Franco's rhythmic cadence and Cirera's expressive saxophone motifs, blending seamlessly with Vicente's trumpet. Pereira's bass anchors the composition, providing a steady pulse amidst dos Reis' exploratory guitar lines.

The epic "Falling Stars" spans nearly fourteen minutes, a showcase of collective improvisation and compositional prowess. Vicente and Cirera engage in spirited dialogues over Pereira's quasi-melodic bass motifs, while Franco's drumming shifts effortlessly between rhythmic frameworks.

"Skyfall" descends with solemn grace, dos Reis' repeated guitar chords and Franco's flute evoking a subcutaneous tension, underscored by Pereira's resonant bass notes over Vicente's masterful playing of overstretched and strangled phrasing on trumpet.

Closing with "Down Under," Fail Better brings the album to a poignant conclusion. Cirera's saxophone weaves through dos Reis' evocative guitar phrasing, while Vicente's trumpet and Pereira's bass interplay provide a cathartic release that becomes increasingly blinding and dense. Franco's drums punctuate the track with rhythmic intensity, culminating in a harmoniously confused fusion of sound and emotion.

With its blend of improvisation and meticulous composition, the album invites listeners on a transformative journey through the sometimes painful depths of introspection.