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Tony Monaco Trio

"Tony Monaco, whose organ playing is similar to that of Jimmy Smith in the late '50s, . . . has an enthusiastic and spirited style, one that is a constant joy to hear. Even with the program having nine straight blues, there is a surprising amount of variety due to the many tempos, moods and changes in instrumentation." "Monaco explodes in a climactic style . . . Exuberance, skillful dynamics and galvanic solo construction are this organ trio's assets . . . Monacco has plenty of soul to call his own. . . a real master of the B3." Jazz Times TM and crew craft a collection of cuts that reveal the depth and versatility of the B3 . . in the hands of Jimmy Smith the organ could sing. Monaco proves that he too is the sort of high caliber player who can coax such a response." --Downbeat

Tony Monaco - Hammond B3 organ, Reggie Jackson drums, Derek Dicenzo guitar