Reviews

Fred Wesley & The Swing 'N Jazz All-Stars: It Don't Mean A Thing If It Ain't Got That Swing
(Sons of Sound SSPCD029)

"Jay Leonhart distinguishes himself as a bassist and perceptive vocalist on “Missin’ RB Blues,” guitarist Bob Sneider sends up an engaging waltz with “Par Three,” and drummer Rich Thompson lends the jaunty “Eventually.” The closing “Head Start” is one of the last, always uplifting performances by the late bassist Keter Betts. Not to miss: Betts and Leonhart alone in their duet on “Just Squeeze Me.” Not to be overlooked: pianist Mike Holober’s understated arrangement of the time-honored title cut and trumpeter Marvin Stamm’s clarion playing throughout." [read the review]
— All About Jazz, August 2006