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Featured Artist: Wise Monkey Orchestra

CD Title: They Live

Year: 2000

Record Label: Lauan Records

Style: Contemporary Jazz

Musicians: Alley, vocals. Chad Stewart, bass. Andy Geib, trombone & flute. Sean Hart, keyboards & noises. Marty Schwartz, guitar. Bruce Stodola, drums. Guests Artists: Robbie Helm, saxophone. Dave Ellis, saxophone.

Review: For a real jumpstart to your day or evening, give a listen to the lively contemporary jazz blend found on THEY LIVE recorded by Wise Monkey Orchestra featuring the vocals of Alley, a lady whose voice would brighten the darkest corner of existence with its joy and lively approaches! Wise Monkey Orchestra blends many of the finest aspects of jazz, different forms and different approaches! There are 10 selections on this engaging jazz CD: "Movin' Free," "SLM," "Thyme," "Grass Skirt," "Hell Ain't For Me," "Space," "Brainchild," "Colorblind," "Demons," "Pack It Up." The solo work in each one is a treat!

Andy Geib gives some fine sounds with his trombone and flute, as does every member of the orchestra. A great collection of talent, and lively numbers to keep the mind thinking and the feet moving!

For a taste of something unusual, the jazz CD, THEY LIVE, is a lot of fun and entertainment! A wild party with jazz that tells a story! Nice!

Record Label Website: http://www.lauan.com

Reviewed by: Lee Prosser