Album Notes

From Grammy-nominated vocal pioneers (and certifiable nutjobs) THE BOBS, RHAPSODY IN BOB boasts a unique arrangement of a classic that truly rocks and a helping of classic rock, Bobs-style. Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue" premiered in 1924 in a program alongside pieces incorporating barnyard calls and a tin can. The composer originally called the piece "American Rhapsody" because it was such a melting pot of varied musical elements. So, what better group of artists to revisit this auspicious beginning than The Bobs, with a killer combination of musical chops, acrobatic vocal arranging, and an inscrutable sense of humor that makes them impossible to categorize? Six distinctive cover songs from Kurt Weill to Tom Petty kick off the band’s 13th album, and guest pianist Bob Malone (www.bobmalone.com) joins on “Rhapsody in Blue” as The Bobs become a Vocal Orchestra.

Tallest Bob Ever Dan Schumacher (formerly of Kickshaw) debuts with The Bobs (replacing tenor Joe Bob Finetti), joining Richard Bob Greene, Matthew Bob Stull and Amy Bob Engelhardt.

Produced by Richard Bob Greene.

To find out more about The Bobs, including their tour schedule, check out www.bobs.com.

“Whether they’re emulating an instrument or actually singing real words, this act consistently provokes responses ranging from laughter to awestruck shock,”
-Music Connection Magazine.

"Endearingly wacky music... an eloquent reminder of just how much fun you can have with the human voice."
- launch.com

"A marriage of Barenaked Ladies and Manhattan Transfer...truly off the beaten path."
- Miami Herald

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