Retrospective
Self-Released, 2025
9/10
The husband and wife duo, The Furgos, takes inspiration from classic pop and rock melodies that cover 35 years across these 12 timeless tracks.
The warm keys and light drumming of “Wonderful World” starts the listen with Jeannette Furgo’s smooth voice guiding the timeless jazz melodies, and “Wicked Game” follows with Henry Beal’s skilled bass plucking making for a memorable version of the Chris Isaak classic.
Further along, Jeff Furgo’s fluid keys illuminate the intimate “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow”, as Jeannette’s expressive pipes shine, while “Hand In My Pocket” is strong on atmosphere via the playful drumming from Joseph Carpenter and warm piano.
Deeper still, “The Sounds Of Silence” offers an emotive instrumental that blends the rich rhythm section with heartfelt keys, and “Take The Money And Run” exits with a bluesy flavor that’s powerful and animated.
A really well executed jazz outing that touches on the blues, The Furgos have been at it for 25+ years now, and let’s hope they’re not stopping anytime soon.
Travels well with: Rick Bogart- Rick Bogart Sings Mr. Paganini; Hollaway- Jazz-ish