Alice Spencer and Her Monkey Butlers
Joe's Basement
© 2006 Alice Spencer and Her Monkey Butlers (844667001686)
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Jazz and blues from the 1920's and 1930's, as well as original material.
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Alice Spencer & Her Monkey Butlers perform jazz and blues from the 1920's and 1930's, as well as original material. The band is led by singer Alice Spencer with Mark Rubin on the helicon (Bad Livers, Klezmer Brass All-Stars), Pops Bayless on "Chicago Style" tenor banjo (Shorty Long, Asylum Street Spankers), Joe Cordi on piano (Giant City Sextet), and Ben Saffer on clarinet and C-melody saxophone (Rubinchik's Yiddish Ensemble, Victrola).
"In my opinion, any group that features Alice Spencer
on vocals is bound for success. When you add Mark
Rubin, Pops Bayless, Joe Cordi and Ben Saffer to the
line-up well, all the better."
Teresa Ferguson, KUT Austin Music Minute, September 13, 2005
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Fun CD to own
author: Mike JanecekAs a long time Alice Spencer Fan that had "lost touch" since the Geyer Street Sheiks, I was enthusiastically waiting for this CD to come. She and the band sound great. I would have given this 5 stars if there was a little more variety (a little monotony here and there). But I really like it and I'm glad I bought it.
Enthusiastic, Expressive Trad Jazz
author: John PaquetteAlice Spencer is the genuine article. She delivers these songs as if they were written yesterday. It's only the orchestration and arrangements here that are old-timey. The Helicon (small tuba) makes everything very bouncy and danceable. Even though this is Trad jazz, the loyalty to tradition doesn't suppress any expression. It's clear these musicians love doing what they do, and they effectively share their excitement (and respect for the music) with the listener.
Had to have this CD!!
author: Carolyn McAfter seeing Alice and Her Monkey Butlers on Austin's local TV station, I had to have this CD! It is so upbeat and every word is understandable! Love it!! All the instrumentalists are great!!
how did I live without this cd?
author: Alishia BrundegeI have listened to this almost non-stop since receiving it, therefore many other people have heard it and all of them immediately ask who is this and how can I get my copy. A huge hit with everyone who hears it. One senses this band obviously has too much fun when playing together. Thanks for all the great tunes.
Super-fantastic!
author: Emily DoyleI just moved away from Austin, and one of the things I miss the most is going to Thursdays at the Hole in the Wall to hear Alice Spencer and Her Monkey Butlers. This CD really captures their sound and enthusiasm, and is tons of fun to listen to. It's a great soundtrack when company is over, awesome for driving, and is incredibly well-suited for sitting back in your favorite chair with you favorite drink and soaking up the jazz. Bravo!
What a fun recording!
author: Randy GuptillWhat a fun recording! This one's staying in my car for a while so I can keep listening to it. The tunes are quirky and the playing excellent. The helicon playing is pretty agressive at times, but suits the tunes. I hope there will be more CD's by this bunch soon!
Highly Recommended!
author: A PerryPerfect music for driving around on a beautiful, sunny day. The performances are playful, lively and engaging. The singer is fantastic and each of the players is great. The song choices are excellent and the original song is as good as the classics. It sounds like the band really loves playing together. This album puts me in a wonderful mood (and that ain't easy to do!) I can't imagine anyone not liking this.