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Bona Fide -- Fresh, artisitic, and as powerful a jazz band a

R. Jackson | Clinton, MD United States | 10/06/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Man oh man! For awhile, I wondered "Where in the world is B'more's finest: Bona Fide?" It's been a few years since these jazz bosses have been on the scene or in the studio...at least as far as I know, and I try to keep up! Well, let me assure you: These guys are BACK. They're just too prolific for words! They keep their signature groove going as easily as if they've never taken a hiatus. Fresh, snappy, original cuts from a trustworthy band of true musicians (a couple of new faces, I believe, but not missing a beat!). A must-have!"

Finger Snapping Jazz

William K. Smothers | Hockessin, Delaware | 04/30/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Great jazz sound with an upbeat, funky groove on every track. Bona Fide, on this album, reminds me at times of the funkier side of Gregg Karukas & Bob James on keybords. On guitar, Bona Fide has a vey unique sound; somewhere between Russ Freeman, Brian Tarquin, and Peter White. The bass sounds lot like Gerald Veasely. Thankfully, Bona Fide does NOT go overboard with progammed percussion, which I think has been the worst "innovation" in Jazz over the past 10-20 years. If you like upbeat, progressive jazz with a funky groove to it, you will love this album."

This is the real deal

A. Martin | St. Augustine, Florida | 07/03/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"These guys are the bomb. This is a fantastic CD. It's hip jazz with a thump. Great keys, sax, bass lines, backbeats. Buy it!"