Maïa Barouh

Aida

Saravah, 2022

8/10

Listen to Aida

An effort that was written, arranged, and produced by the esteemed artist Maïa Barouh, the songs here use flute and vocals for a bilingual effort that bridges her French and Japanese heritage into a very unique, worldly vision.

“Tokyo Ondo” opens the listen with plenty of glitchy beats amid the bright flute bouts and Barouh’s soaring, distinct voice, and “Hafu” follows with strong attention to mood, where a cinematic backdrop is met with a warm buzzing and prominent bass that certainly could soundtrack a night at the club.

Further on, the stylish “Tairyo” is full of expressive singing in French that embraces electro-pop ideas, while “Exit” showcases Pierre-François Blanchard’s keyboard acrobatics in the busy versus minimal climate.

Inching towards the end, “Take The Boat” benefits much from Julien Deguines’ synth acrobatics alongside the vocal manipulation, and “Hanakasa” continues the creativity with a more intimate execution that builds into a hectic and dance floor ready appeal.

A musically adventurous affair that uses samples, programming, guitar and keys, the lyrical content surrounds anti-Asian racism and sexism and thoughts on Brexit for a formula that no one could duplicate.

Travels well with: Scott Matthews- New Skin; Seafoam Green- Martin’s Garden

Clark Terry

Color Changes

Candid, 2023

9/10

Listen to Color Changes

The trumpet and flugelhorn legend Clark Terry enjoyed a 70 year career where he appeared on over 900 recordings and recorded over 50 under his own name. Originally released in 1961, this version of Color Changes comes with a remastered quality thanks to Bernie Grundman’s work with the original master tapes.

“Blue Waltz” opens the listen with Tommy Flanagan’s playful piano and Ed Shaughnessy’s frisky drums complementing Terry’s bright horn, and “Brother Terry” follows with a calmer approach of hazy brass amid Joe Benjamin’s precisely plucked bass and the airy flute moments.

“No Problem” and “La Rive Gauche” land in the middle, where the former is a stylish and rhythmic album highlight that showcases Terry’s inimitable talent, and the latter contains plenty of melody thanks to the upbeat flute and trombone from Jimmy Knepper.

Arriving at the end, the full and animated “Chat Qui Péche (A Cat That Fishes)” offers a dynamic and dance floor ready display of timeless jazz that’s guided by Terry’s trumpet.

An aptly titled body of work, the listen spans many moods and colorful landscapes, where, in addition to the above mentioned, Julius Watkins (French horn), Seldon Powell (tenor, flute), Yusef Lateef (tenor, flute, English horn, oboe) and Budd Johnson (piano on 1 track) all bring their talents to a classic piece of jazz history.

Travels well with: Charles Mingus- Charles Mingus Presents Charles Mingus; Max Roach- We Insist!

Graham Czach

Originalien

Ropeadope, 2023

9/10

Listen to Originalien

A very eclectic musician from Los Angeles, the multi-instrumentalist Graham Czach is all over the spectrum of this fascinating album, where performers from all over the world accompany him for a truly unique rock journey.

“DOB 2023” opens the listen with a cinematic atmosphere that’s layered with warm synth and booming percussion, and the hazy “One Human” follows with dreamy singing and cozy acoustic guitar that’s complemented by strings and a dense climate.

Closer to the middle, “Born Solider” welcomes Dylan McGee Jones’ synth bass and Al Cleveland III’s thumping drums for a thicker rock presence, while “Can’t See A Thing” spotlights Angelo Moore’s (Fishbone) vocals and Makaya McCraven’s drums for a more psychedelic album highlight.

Arriving closer to the end, the piano focused and intimate “Where’d Our Love Go” is textured with much beauty that makes great use of Cleveland’s meticulous drumming for the emotive delivery, and “Come Home Again” exits with many vocalists and many players on brass, strings, guitars, and percussion for the multifaceted, worldly approach.

A concept album that surrounds a man that is born remembering his past lives and with the knowledge that the human spirit is extra-terrestrial, Czach pens a fascinating experience where every second is enthralling.

Travels well with: Claudia Acuña- Duo; Lisa Marie Simmons- Notespeak 12

Taylor Robert

Man On A Mission

Self-Released, 2023

8/10

Listen to Man On A Mission

A Minnesotan with a long history in music that goes back to choir in the 6th grade, Taylor Robert brings much soul and sincerity to this personal body of work that explores his interest in blues and rock.

“Cure The Blues” opens the listen with mesmerizing guitar and punchy drums that complement Robert’s very animated voice, and “Fallen When I’m Flyin’” follows with thumping drums and breezy guitar for the poetic, rootsy appeal.

Further on, the intimate, piano focused “We Can Change The World” recruits very soulful backing vocals to the powerful climate, while the title track brings a gospel flavored delivery of wise and timeless songwriting.

Deeper still, “Flyin’ In My Dreams” uses keys strategically amid the emotive singing that has Robert hitting some high notes, and “U Got Da Toungue Goin’” exits with a playful pop presence that’s stylish, charming and illustrates his diverse nature.

A family man who has covered just about every aspect in the area of music making, Robert brings a unique vision to his brand of Americana that never sits in one place too long, which is a big part of the attraction.

Travels well with: Jesse Norell- Aorta Borealis; Chris Castino- Brazil

Mostly Trees

Moon Dogs

Chase Bliss, 2023

8/10

Listen to Moon Dogs

A Minnesota outfit with an affinity for British sounds, Mostly Trees make for a listen that’s heavy on mood and melodic structures that unfolds across 9 well thought out tracks.

“Absorb” begins the listen with a cozy dreaminess that showcases John Nelson’s fluid drumming and Jon Po’s smooth voice with strong attention to atmosphere, and “Fears” follows with a more upbeat delivery of punchy songwriting that benefits much from Joel Korte’s agile guitar playing.

In the middle, the crunchy rock of “Electric Sheep” swirls with rich textures that get a bit firm but certainly aren’t lacking melody, while “Sandstone” embraces some prog-friendly ideas that are as creative as they are memorable and highlight Po’s bass prowess.

“I Don’t Care” and “Lemonade” exit the listen, where the former buzzes with a more intense appeal of alt-rock nods, and the latter finishes on a calm, intimate note of hazy songwriting.

It’s not hard to imagine bands like Travis or The Verve when listening to Moon Dogs, and the multifaceted approach to rock certainly warrants multiple listens.

Travels well with: Richard X. Heyman- 67,000 Miles An Album; Tim Foljahn- I Dreamed A Dream

J.E. Sunde

Alice, Gloria And Jon

Vietnam, 2023

8/10

Listen to Alice, Gloria And Jon

The Minneapolis songwriter and multi-instrumentalist J.E. Sunde returns with his first album in three years, and it’s an affair that surrounds adult life from a very poetic angle.

“Stop Caring” opens the listen with much soulfulness thanks to the warm drums, cozy keys and Sunde’s distinct singing, and “Turn The Radio On” follows with dreamy melodies populating the stylish version of calm indie-rock.

At the halfway point, “Blind Curve” carries a retro spirit of timeless folk ideas that showcase Sunde’s expressive pipes, while “Alice” is an upbeat and mesmerizing display of bouncy bass, frisky drums and well timed backing vocals.

Arriving near the end, the acoustic guitar fueled “Morning” radiates a flowing grace that says much without any words, and “Nurse” exits with a subdued presence of cautious yet exploratory songwriting.

Sunde’s warbling voice and unique observations are at the heart of the listen, and his sophisticated prowess incorporates waltz and pop nods where he plays most instruments (Shane Leonard handles drums, Andrew Thoreen on bass) for a listen of rare beauty.

Travels well with: Suz Slezak- Our Wings May Be Featherless; Erisy Watt- Eyes Like An Ocean

Scott Zosel

Saturday’s Child

Self-Released, 2023

8/10

Listen to Saturday’s Child

A Minneapolis singer-songwriter who takes inspiration from Emily Dickinson and Gram Parsons, Scott Zosel put much thought into these folk friendly 9 songs that take help from Greg Schutte, Dan Schwartz, Nick Salisbury, Kelly Jordahl and Tommy Barbarella.

“Return To Me” opens the listen with crisp drums from Schutte alongside Zosel’s warm voice and cozy guitar playing in the breezy climate, and “Brewster’s Red Hotel” follows with Salisbury’s animated bass adding much to the harmonic folk-rock ideas.

Halfway through, the charming, jangly “Rock In A Place” showcases Jordahl’s expressive back up vocals with some retro-rock flavor, while “Winter Of Herself” highlights Zosel’s precise and dreamy guitar playing with a rare intimacy.

Close to the end, “The Day My Beauty Died” benefits much from the rich textures of lush, impactful folk song craft, and “Big Red Blanket” exits with Barbarella’s well timed keys complementing the emotive finish.

An extremely timeless body of work, if other Minnesota names like Gary Louris or Paul Westerberg mean anything to you, Zosel’s brand of sincere and eloquent songwriting will strike a chord.

Travels well with: Steve Almaas- Everywhere You’ve Been; The Jayhawks- XOXO

Mirna Lekić

Mirage

Furious Artisans, 2023

9/10

Listen to Mirage

The pianist Mirna Lekić focuses much on the instrument’s ability to take on aspects of other instruments, as these involved pieces span well over 100 years across 12 composers.

Franghiz Ali-Zadeh’s “Music For Piano” opens the listen with much emphasis on tone, as the very complicated keys make for a distinct dreaminess, and “Achtamar”, by Alan Hovhaness, arrives not long after with a lower register that is quite mesmerizing, cinematic even, in the very capable hands.

Further on, “Fractured Bells” finds a more intimate place to reside, where the keys do sound percussive and rumbling in the Natalie Draper composition, while Claude Debussy’s “Pagodes” is full of mystery via the highly meticulous and hypnotic playing.

Deeper still, Henry Cowell’s “Aeolian Harp” radiates a unique intimacy that’s poetic and warm, and “The Horse Is Not Mine, A Hobby Horse”, by Martin Scherzinger, exit with an upbeat and lively presence of inimitable piano skill.

A captivating listen that truly celebrates the versatility of the piano, Lekić’s wealth of talent and imagination birth a body of work that give anyone a new found respect for her instrument.

Travels well with: Mari Kawamura-MA: Space Between; Icarus Quartet- Big Things

Antonio Adolfo

Bossa 65

AAM, 2023

8/10

Listen to Bossa 65

The revered Brazilian pianist, composer and arranger Antonio Adolfo pays homage to Carlos Lyra and Roberto Menescal here, where a firm focus on Bossa Nova unfolds with plenty of esteemed talent on hand.

“Coisa Mais Linda” opens the listen with Adolfo’s warm keys amid Rafael Barata’s frisky drums in the very melodic climate, and “Samba Do Carioca” follows with a more dense appeal that showcases Dada Costa’s fluid percussion and Lula Galvao’s playful guitar via the very rhythmic delivery.

Halfway through, “Maria Moita”, a samba, emits bright alto sax from Danilo Sinna’s skilled vision for a festive album highlight, while “Marcha Da Quarta-Feira De Cinzas” focuses on Marcelo Martins’ dreamy flute for the stirring intimacy.

Approaching the end, “Nos O Mar” flows with meticulous and animated energy that meshes the swift drums, fascinating keys and Jesse Sadoc’s vivid flugelhorn, and “Sabe Voce” exits with Jorge Helder’s agile bass complementing the dynamic and infectious environment.

A fantastic tribute to two legends, Adolfo has been behind over 25 albums now as leader, and this elegant and harmonically involved listen ranks up there with one of his best.

Travels well with: Grant Geissman- Blooz; John Allee- Past Imperfect

Cecil Taylor

The World Of Cecil Taylor

Candid, 2022

9/10

Listen to The World Of Cecil Taylor

Originally released in 1961, this improvised jazz set from Cecil Taylor welcomes Buell Neidlinger, Dennis Charles and Archie Shepp for the 6 avant-garde tracks.

“Air” gets the listen off to a drum focused start, where Charles’ firm delivery is met with Taylor’s heavy key presence for 8+ minutes of exploration, and “This Nearly Was Mine” follows with intimate piano playing that builds into a busy display of Neidlinger’s carefully plucked bass acrobatics.

The middle spot belongs to “Port Of Call”, where the brisk keys, bouncy bass and swift drums mesh with a very controlled chemistry, while “E.B.” finds a slightly calmer place to reside that showcases Taylor’s stunning piano progressions that are as unpredictable as they are exciting. The final track, “Lazy Afternoon”, is nothing to sneeze at either, where Shepp’s animated tenor sax suits the energetic rhythm section and the agile keys.

A classic record that sounds better than ever on this remastered version, Taylor’s profound imprint on free jazz is thankfully being preserved well here.

Travels well with: Cecil Taylor- The Complete, Legendary, Live Return Concert; The Art Ensemble Of Chicago- Tutankhamun

David Del Trici

Many Hands: The Piano Music of David Del Tredici Vols. 2-4

Albany, 2023

8/10

Listen to Many Hands: The Piano Music of David Del Tredici Vols. 2-4

The pianist Marc Peloquin brings his esteemed playing to these compositions by David Del Tredici that unfold across 3 discs of very fluid and meticulous key prowess.

“Carioca Boy-Tango” opens the listen with rumbling versus melodic gestures of uniquely animated playing, and it isn’t long until “Soliloquy” arrives with unpredictable and bare versus busier moments.

The title track arrives in the middle disc, and showcases profoundly intricate key patterns that are full of melody, while “Opposites Attract” emits soothing harmonic qualities where the keys dance around plenty of rich playing.

Late in the listen, “Late In The Game” use firm techniques as well as dreamy bouts for the record’s best selection, and “Ray’s Birthday Suit” places much emphasis on tone and mood for a very distinct finish.

Del Tredici is known as a founder of neo-romanticism, and Peloquin certainly illuminates his vision with very capable playing that’s sensitive, adaptable and highly memorable.

Travels well with: Justin Hellman- Garden Of The Gods; Joseph Summer- Sea Change String Quartets

Justin Hellman

Garden Of The Gods

Albany, 2023

8/10

Listen to Garden Of The Gods

The veteran musician Justin Hellman has played many types of music, but this is his first classical album, and he brings along the Friction Quartet for the 8 well thought out pieces.

The listen opens with the heartfelt strings and calm demeanor of the stirring “Muse”, and “Appreciate Beauty” follows with the emotive string interaction that’s poetic and absorbing.

Further along, the animated gestures of “Obiam Te” are as adventurous as they are melodic, where the lively energy is infectious, while “Cheyenne Mountain” leads the second half with dynamic, meticulous progressions that are both captivating and memorable.

The last 2 songs are among the best, where the title track finds a dreamy place to reside amid the bright playing, and “Farewell” exits with tremendous beauty and gentle song craft.

A listen that showcases Hellman’s love for his wife and is never short on harmony, the Friction Quartet, i.e. the violinists Otis Harriel and Kevin Rogers, violist Mitso Floor, and cellist Doug Machiz really make for an alluring experience.

Travels well with: Joseph Summer- Sea Change String Quartets; Timothy Schwarz- The Living American

Joseph Summer

Sea Change String Quartets

Albany, 2023

8/10

Listen to Sea Change String Quartets

The composer Joseph Summer returns with his 6th album on the Albany label, where the Ulysses Quartet flesh out the 2 very involved pieces.

“Sea Change #1” occupies the first half of the listen, where Christina Bouey and Rhiannon Banerdt’s meticulous violins interact with the cello and viola for a very gripping and flowing display of dynamic string interaction.

The back half of the affair, “Sea Change #2”, opens with a very intimate presence, where Colin Brookes’ expressive viola and Grace Ho’s poetic cello help the 3 chapters emit both minimal and busier moments.

A recording that captures Summer’s always exceptional vision of chamber music, the Ulysses Quartet’s unparalleled chemistry makes for a must hear record for those with an inkling towards strings.

Travels well with: Timothy Schwarz- The Living American; String Cosmology: Sinfonietta Of Riverdale

Sébastien Parent

Project Seb Parent

Self-Released, 2023

8/10

Listen to Project Seb Parent

The Montreal drummer Sébastien Parent makes quite an impression with this debut album, where plenty of big band ideas are present, as are many players for the isolated recordings that took place during the height of Covid.

“Grande Sainte-Marie” opens the listen with a warm buzzing, as fluid drumming and Henri Bouchard’s frisky bass enters the rhythmic climate, and “Nuage Industriel” follows with a dreamy demeanor that benefits much from Florence Beauquier-Léger’s soulful brass.

At the halfway point, “Station Du Collége” blends the brass, drums and guitars with a very meticulous energy, while Échec Crucial” finds a mesmerizing place to ride that carries a cinematic presence via the hazy guitar and heartfelt horns.

The 2 best tracks reside at the end, where the big band nods of “Rat Pack” are immediately exciting, and “Bling Bling” exits with a very stylish mashing of jazz and club ready electro-pop.

Parent’s formative years included absorbing plenty of rock, classical, neo-soul, country, trap and bossa nova, and all those influences are certainly present and appreciated across this eclectic listen.

Travels well with: Duncan Hopkins- Who Are You? The Music Of Kenny Wheeler; The Artie Roth Quartet- Resonants

Gaea Schell

In Your Own Sweet Way

Saphu, 2023

8/10

Listen to In Your Own Sweet Way

The multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger and composer Gaea Schell brings us songs from the Great American Songbook plus several originals for this Latin tinted affair that takes help from Jordan Samuels, John Wiitala, Greg Wyser-Pratte, Carlos Caro and Marco Diaz.

“Cava dell’lsola” opens the listen with Schell’s dreamy flute alongside Caro’s warm percussion in the very cozy delivery, and “Sweet & Lovely” follows with Schell’s lively piano and Wyser-Pratte’s frisky drums for the melodic gestures.

Halfway through, “El Picacho” is an intimate moment of sublime keys from Diaz, pretty flute and cultured percussion, while “Summer Sea” benefits much from Samuels’ light guitar for the graceful album highlight.

Close to the end, “Danza Nocturna de Flores” is a piano focused track that carries an emotive spirit, and “Perplexity” exits the listen with a charming rhythm that’s an infectious as it is uplifting.

A comforting listen for the soul, body and mind, Schell and company blend Brazilian and classical ideas into a memorable experience.

Travel well with: Chloe Jean- Fairy Tale Fail; Ellie Martin- Verdant

Joanna Connor

Best Of Me

Gulf Coast, 2023

8/10

Listen to Best Of Me

The blues guitarist Joanna Connor brings her esteemed playing and singing to this first album on the Gulf Coast label, where an incredible line up helps flesh out the 11 powerful tracks.

“House Of Rules” gets the listen off to an energetic start, where Raul Vellejo’s animated trombone and Eric Demmer’s lively sax solos add much to Connor’s distinct pipes, and “Pain And Pleasure” follows with Connor’s intricate guitar and Jason J Roc Edwards’ agile drums making for a breezy climate.

Further on, the emotive “I Lost You’ welcomes Dan Souvigny’s dreamy keys to the intimate landscape, while “All I Want Is You” benefits much from Shaun Gotti Calloway’s well timed bass and Curtis Moore Jr.’s warm organ for the album’s best.

Landing near the end, “Greatest Of These” is quite soulful in an eloquent and poetic fashion, and “Shine On” exits with some ruggedness amid the sturdy melodies that suit Connor’s soaring pipes.

A listen that thematically surrounds maturing as a woman and that welcomes plenty of diverse ideas, this is a record that’s as enjoyable to listen to as it probably was to make.

Travels well with: Mike Zito/Albert Castiglia- Blood Brothers; Albert Castiglia- I Got Love

Darling West

Cosmos

Jansen, 2023

9/10

Listen to Cosmos

The Norwegian rockers Darling West return with their 5th album, where the husband and wife duo of Mari and Tor Egil Kreken welcome Thomas Gallatin and Christer Slaaen to the songwriting formula.

The indeed melodically cosmic sounds of the title track opens the listen with a pretty dreaminess that comes with Kjetil Steensnæs’ pedal steel and electric harp and Egil’s Fender Bass VI, 12-string electric, acoustic guitar and vocals making an impression, and “Light Ahead” follows with plenty of bright pop influences thanks to Thomas’ drums, percussion and Casio SK-1.

At the midpoint, “Will I Ever Know” finds a more intimate place to reside via Egil’s well timed banjo, while “Oh Love” makes great use of Silje Kilmork Vemøy’s pretty harmony vocals for the indie-rock ideas that are full of a charming energy.

Approaching the end, “Prelude” blends David Wallumrød’s keys and Jonas Kilmork Vemøy’s trumpet for an ambient, cinematic moment, and “Echoes” exits with the couple’s poetic voices and mesmerizing acoustic guitars and Slaaen’s mellotrone for an eloquent and heartfelt finish.

A very attractive mashing of Americana, folk, and even afroblues, Darling West’s cosmic nods certainly are memorable and the guest vocal spots from Matthew Logan Vasquez (DeltaSpirit) and Jarle Bernhoft only add to the allure.

Travels well with: Grace Morrison- Maybe Modern; Veronica Stanton- Caught Up On A Feeling

Lesley Mok

The Living Collection

American Dreams, 2023

9/10

Listen to The Living Collection

The Brooklyn improviser, composer, percussionist, and sound artist Lesley Mok creates a very distinct chamber listen, where David Leon’s alto saxophone, soprano saxophone, flute and alto flute, and Yuma Uesaka’s tenor saxophone, Bb clarinet and contraalto clarinet, plus many other artists, are on hand for the improvised affair.

“It Wants” opens the listen with a very unpredictable, cinematic quality that’s full of Mok’s well timed drums, Cory Smythe’s soft keys and Florian Herzog’s strategic bass plucking, and “Its Furious Place” follows with the hazy brass and Aliya Ultan’s precise cello playing that’s oddly dreamy.

Halfway through, “Floral And Full” showcases Joanna Mattrey’s atmospheric viola prowess amid the muffled horns, while “Full Of Its Fourth Wall” spotlights Mok’s inimitable drumming acrobatics that suit the low keys and Weston Olencki’s atypical electronica.

Deeper yet, “And Ramping-Up Now” offers a busy expressive album highlight of orchestral, avant-garde interaction, and “Quite A Spectacular Dust” exits with intimate versus hectic brass, ambient strings and powerful drumming.

An experience that embraces jazz and classical ideas in a very experimental fashion, Mok’s vision is one that can’t exactly be described, but can certainly be enjoyed for the adventurous ears.

Travels well with: Wolf Eyes- Dreams In Splattered Lines; Grandbrothers- Late Reflections

Clifford Jordan

Drink Plenty Water

Harvest Song, 2023

8/10

Listen to Drink Plenty Water

The tenor sax wizard Clifford Jordan brings along some esteemed friends for this long lost vocal jazz session captured in 1974.

The very atmospheric “The Highest Mountain” opens with Donna Jordan Harris’ expressive voice and Jordan’s colorful brass amid the dreamy climate, and “Witch Doctor’s Chant (Ee-Bah-Lickey-Doo)" follows with playful melodies and Stanley Cowell’s agile keys helping make for an energetic landscape.

In the middle, “I’ve Got A Feeling For You” uses group vocals precisely amid the bright brass, while “My Papa’s Coming Home” flows with a frisky approach of bouncy bass from Sam Jones, and plenty of lively sax.

“Talking Blues” exits the listen with 2 different versions, where one brings a talk/singing dynamic from David Smyrl alongside Billy Higgs’ animated drums, and the other is a soulful, instrumental affair that’s quite dynamic.

A recording that has truly stood the test of time, Clifford and company make his most vocally focused body of work one of his best, too, and it radiates an artistic, adventurous and timeless jazz experience.

Travels well with: Kevin O’Connell Quartet- Hot New York Minutes; Tomas Janzon- Nomadic

Hickoids

All The World’s A Dressing Room: Live In L.A. 08.24.2018

Saustex, 2019

9/10

Listen to All The World’s A Dressing Room: Live In L.A. 08.24.2018

The Hickoids have done many things in their lengthy and often turbulent career, but until now, a live record wasn’t one of them. And in typical fashion from the Texas cow punks, it’s a double album, as they certainly have never adhered to any sort of preconceived ideas of how music should be made, packaged and presented.

“Brand New Way” starts the bristling listen with crashing percussion, frantic keys and an overall rowdy setting of fun and sloppy garage rock, and this continues to the propulsive and melodic “Burnin’ Luv”, and the driving pace and controlled chaos of “Barnyard Medley”, which even incorporates the Hee Haw theme song.

Back half highlights include the grungey, throbbing sounds of “Texas Ranger Man”, the thumping retro-rock of “Pennsylvania Mexican”, and the classic rock inspired “China”, which is one of the best tracks included. “Brontosauras” ends the listen with playful guitar acrobatics and rock’n’roll howling that remains robust and visceral, even though it’s the 14th tune in the set.

A listen with grit in spades and plenty of comical moments, too, their self-described ‘raunch & roll’ is loud, in your face, and, most importantly, a lot of fun to listen to. While I generally feel that live discs are for fans only, this true live record would work as a starting point, too.

Travels well with: Mojo Nixon- Otis; Eddie Spaghetti- The Value Of Nothing