"Bob Madsen is a superb musician. His writing reveals a much needed fresh approach to contemporary jazz. Thanks for thinking outside the box, Bob!"
-Jeff Kashiwa -Native Language Music Artist

"Above And Beyond The Call Of Beauty is a solid fusion of world, jazz and rock filled with strong melodies and engaging vocals."
Sandy Shore - SmoothJazz.com

"For some reason many of the bass players these days who make solo recording projects seem to be very one dimensional in their approach. For the most part they usually focus on just the bass and/or how fast they can play it!  
     What's refreshing to me is the approach that Bob Madsen and The WorldMachine took on their release "Above And Beyond The Call Of Beauty." Bob does have a strong bass playing presence on the recording, but the main focus is the music. It is very cool to hear him play a variety of basses, each with it's own unique sound. But it's the fact that he uses these different basses to enhance the music that is so nice on this recording. The WorldMachine stays true to their name by using elements from music all over the world and that makes for a musical journey that always keeps you wondering what's next?
     I think it's great to see bass players step out and do their own recordings and elevate the visibility of the instrument. Bob Madsen And The WorldMachine did just that, but also never lost track of the "Music" being the most important part of the big picture."
-Brian Bromberg 2007  - Bassist, Producer, Artistry Records Recording Artist

"Above and Beyond the Call of Beauty is a joyous and entertaining  CD that  should appeal not only to bass fans, but to anyone who likes music  that  takes you on a journey."
-Michael Manring - Solo Bass Pioneer

Thanks for the heads up on Bob. He's a truly gifted musician. The talent shows though, not just his playing, but his writing, arranging, and ability to get such great performances out of the other players. What a find.
Kevin McKay - Jazz Harmonica Player 

There's a magical sensuality on "Above and Beyond the Call of Beauty" that is deliciously intoxicating! I've been listening to this CD for a couple of weeks now and I'm unable to let go of that intensely positive vibe that you can feel in every note! What a trip! What a ride! What a great storyteller you are Bob!!! The whole album just radiates with physical energy thats totally satisfying! You surrounded yourself with extraordinary talented musicians and you didn't hesitate to step back and let them do their thing but when you come back on each track you give a performance that shouldn't be missed by anyone. Unbelievable! When you crank up the heat with your signature style the musical experience makes me shiver with satisfaction. Brilliant!!! BRAVO!!!
- Trish - Canadian Jazz Fan

I agree with everyone.. The musical composition is well done with a a melodic form that makes it transcendent to an earlier time in my life when compositional writing was admired. This album brings back the art form to it’s truer state of composing! Thanks for sharing your talents and letting those of us who know and appreciate quality writing
Chase Michaels - Independent Artist