2009-08-17
This is a contemporary jazz release of all original compositions, a few of which could be categorized as bop ("Little Bit"), and some of which could be called smooth ("MM&D" and "Podunk"). Some of it can have a little soul ("K-Funk" and "Zone Seven") and some can have a nice groove ("Totem Dance" and "Get In Line"). There is nothing spectacular here. It is capably performed versions of uncomplicated, adequately-written pieces. Rebecca Ruth
LAVAY SMITH & HER RED HOT SKILLET LICKERS
MISS SMITH TO YOU
Tin Hat
The Sad Machinery of Spring
ERIN BODE
The Little Garden
BELA FLECK AND CHICK COREA
The Enchantment
SHANNON BRYANT
Oceano
Fourplay
Silver
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