Fantabulous classic
John Rexdues | Manhattan, NY | 07/28/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"All I can say is.... everyone who knows the swing ressurgence knows this album as a classic now, with Sun Ray, Thugbrat and Romantic Thugs on it, not only is this one a classic for those who want an entire album to swing dance to, but musically speaking this one's far and above the rest. This may have been far and away the best Hounds' LP."
Follow-up album a work of art
John Rexdues | 08/06/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This album, the much anticipated follow-up to the Hound's ground-breaking Ghetto Swing Extreme does not disappoint.The lyrics are as usual beautiful and breathtaking and the musicianship is tight, the Mad Komposa's performances being no exception. G-Clef's slice of life, original writing is a refreshing change to the countless cover bands trite renditions of classic swing songs that now typify the modern swing movement and cause the old masters to roll over in their graves.The vocalist on this album is no other than Star Search Winner Vickie Natale, whose smooth melodic tones accentuate the solid musicianship. Peter Hartmann's Chet Baker-esque tones float lightly along the meloncholic track "You're Taken".There is not a bad song on this album! However, this reviewer's personal favorites are Sunray and Letting Go.Lord Sledge, Jeremy Bacon, and Herman X appear on this album as they did on GSE and their performances do not dissapoint. Mark McGowan, who also did a disc "Live at Showman's " with G-Clef is also showcased, as is the young, up-and-coming drummer, Marlon Sobol."