Voo Doo Bop moves close to the top!
05/08/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"They've done it again! The boys from the big easy have made another leap out of the box, and into the future. In comparison to earlier efforts, Voo Doo Bop is more daring. It includes elements of live performance and free form exploration not fully evident on their prior release, Elevado. They are obviously commign of age in the recording studio, as this CD evidences no holding back from what, and who they are as individuals and a musical collective. AND...Johnny gets to sing! Each member represents himself well, and all but one are represents with compositions. (Next time, Tork?) Buy the disc, and hold on. You will learn why "The Queen is Slave to No Man.""
Best Jazz Band in the Country
04/28/1999
(4 out of 5 stars)
"After having seen Astral Project three times, I can guarantee that anyone with musical taste will love (or respect at the very least), this band. Singleton is one of the best bass players I have ever seen, and John V. is clearly the most colorful personality of the group. If you're ever in NO and want some good music, catch these guys live (they won't be on Bourbon Street or any tourist areas like that). They are also touring as Bobby McFerrin's band this summer"