Don Hales, Tony Monaco - Unified String Theory (2008)

Tracklist

01. Strawberries-Rasberries
02. Seaweed Song (Tic Tac Toe)
03. Feelings
04. Louie the Greek
05. Mighty Mouse
06. Motivation
07. Breath of the Blues
08. Dance of the Zodiac

The quintet is reminiscent of the extensive body of work by guitarist Wes Montgomery with organist Mel Rhyne and while most of the program is Hales compositions, his thematic statements represent a period when jazz brightened to the refrains of standards that could be picked up at a moment's notice. Hales' earlier work with Nancy Wilson, Eddie Harris and organist Bill Doggett appears in his music as an emphasis on pure melody, unforgettable enchantment with popular song and appreciation of a rhythmic groove as prime motivator. This lively session bumps and grinds its way through historical avenues, oozing satisfied stories along the way.

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