Without Deception is a studio album by English jazz bassist Dave Holland, drummer Johnathan Blake, and pianist Kenny Barron.

Five years after their last collaboration (The Art of Conversation, Impulse!, 2014), Barron and Holland met again, this time for a trio session with drummer Johnathan Blake.

"[1] Chris Pearson of The Times commented, "It’s been five years since Kenny Barron and Dave Holland last recorded together, on the duo album The Art of Conversation.

"[12] Mike Hobart of Financial Times added, "Barron’s multi-faceted approach was matched by Holland avoiding the obvious without losing sight of the tune, and Blake’s rhythms inspired rather than intruded.

"[4] John Fordham writing for Jazzwise noted, "For fans of Kenny Barron, a master of the art of acoustic piano-trio jazz, Without Deception is often a captivating set—only a few more provocative surprises in the repertoire choices could have pushed it up another notch.