2012-04-03
Washington, D.C. band Chaise Lounge commits its music to disc with Insomnia. Insomnia is vocals-driven lounge, backed by a jazz quintet. Band leader/pianist/composer Charlie Barnett penned the originals here, with lyrics (sung by Marilyn Older) that are often clever and engaging. One of the clever ones is the hidden track (#13, possibly called “Ruin Your Day”), a fun kiss-off song to a clueless lover. Interesting choices in covers include Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Bali Ha’i” and Bobbie Gentry’s “Ode to Billie Jo”. Rebecca RuthDr. John Hair & New Connections
When The Spirit Gets You!
Spanish Harlem Orchestra
United We Swing
The Mackrosoft
Antonio's Giraffe
Nora Jones
Not Too Late
Kevin Hays
Open Range
MATT BELSANTE
– Blame it on My Youth
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