Search - Mumbo Gumbo :: Potluck

Diverse, Exciting, Energetic & Harmonious ... They're HOT!!!

07/29/1998

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Mumbo Gumbo revered for their swampy, bluesy, dance band qualities...SHINES in their recent release "POTLUCK"Chris Webster and Tracy Walton the singing Gumbo Duet really exude their diversity and superb musicianship with the POTLUCK compilation. With the hot vocals, rhythms and brass of such cuts as "That Chick Is Twisted", "Red Canoe", "Wild Ride" and "Original You" both Tracy and Chris shine in their energy and musical talents creating a special connection with all "GumboHeads" old and new! Just try keepin' those feet from dancing!As well...the diversity of other cuts such as "Coyote Romantico", "Little Things", "Love Makes Me Stupid" and "Dig Me A Hole" have something for every mood...from melodic charm and tenderness to true life silliness and honesty that most will find "hits 'em where they live."Reggy Marks "Mr. Rainbow Love" is un! stoppable and a joy with his tenor and soprano saxophones and flute, Lynn "Mikey" Palmer shows his talents in some innovative riffs on the bass guitar. Rick Lotter meticulously provides the group's foundation with his expertise on the drums. Steve Stizzo - talented keyboardist and accordian meistro is nothin' but sweet! Newcomers Michael Greggory and Kevin Allen (electric guitar gurus) are hot and bring additional energy that blends perfectly with the vets in the group! An added joy is the artful strokes of one of the band's founder's Billy Fairfield - Keyboardist on "Coyote Romantico" ... aaahhhh!All the cuts are written by these artists and definitely worth the listen! The only thing as enlightening as listening to their new CD - POTLUCK ... is seeing them in concert!Once you experience the "Gumbo" scene in person... you'll discover not only do these folks rock...they love it...the crowd love's it! ...and you will too!!Giv! e 'em a listen!"

Fresh, energizing mix of upbeat, FUN music!!

06/24/1999

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Mumbo Gumbo's fresh mix of zeidico, bayou blues, and upbeat rhythms are truly energizing and entertaining. Take a "Wild Ride" and I dare you not to sing along. From the positive "Daisy Chain" to the gritty "Love Makes Me Stupid", this CD is a FUN adventure for all who enjoy GOOD music written and played by TRUE musicians. And if you're ever in the Tahoe/Reno area, you can see for yourself live--they're incredible crowd pleasers in concert! Definitely my favorite new CD."