Also known for SUN ORCHESTRA, his house project on his home base 〈STRAIGHT-UP〉, FRANCK ROGER has stayed on the front lines from the start of his career right up to today, scoring hits in recent years on 〈NU GROOVE〉 and 〈P.O.D〉 — and here comes another strong release! The title track "Gherkin Moods" (sample1) is a tribute to the Chicago legend, a superb arrangement that captures the light drum flair lurking inside the dope sound of his GHERKIN JERKS alias. "Mind Games" (sample2), a deep house cut that lures you in with swirling arpeggios, is wonderful too — emotional depth and a top-quality groove. (Original Japanese text by Akie)