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studio album
First released:
Jun 4 1996

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Catalog number:
MR0137-2
Release dates:
  • Jun 4 1996 in United States

Genres

Dark Cabaret, Jazz, Pop, Swing. Vote on Genres

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4 stars A retro big-band swinging extravaganza
In the midst of my jazz kick a few months ago, I decided to pick this album up without ever hearing of the group. I was simply shocked to see that a band surrounded by grunge rockers in the mid-90s was able to pull off post-modern jazz with such precision and success. If anything, I was interested in how the influences compared to the Miles Davis, John Coltrane and The Rat Pack that I was listening to at the time. These guys (and gal) simply hit the nail on the head with this record. It's fun, a…
Written by Alan Pounds "Al's Music & Movies"
3 stars Very Good and Stylish!
The Squirrel Nut Zippers do a good job of mimicing the style and feel of the early swing bands. They have great potential and I feel that with work they could become a hallmark to stand the test of time. On this particular album however, they seem to lack some feeling. Also, the enhanced bit on the CD didn't run on my computer. (I know it sounds like sour grapes but I was really looking forward to that bit!) All in all, I recommend this group and will consider other works by them to see whether they can fulfill their potential.
Written by tiggerbone "tiggerbone"

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Hot 12 tracks format: 1 x CD
record label: Fontana Mammoth
catalog number: 980137
release dates: Jun 4 1996
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