O's Place Jazz Newletter Review

Ira B. Liss has been living his dream of leading a big band for over forty years! Of course, while the members have changed during this time, the character of Jazz Machine has been constant, a jovial, swinging ensemble that packs a punch. They are a tight unit with crisp, punchy accents over 12 selections including 6 vocals, 3 each from Carly Ines and Janet Hammer. Guest composer Dan Radlauer adds 3 originals and plays accordion on “Mazel Tov Kocktail”. We also enjoyed “Gimme That” written by saxophonist Andrew Neu, and “Bass: The Final Frontier” featuring guest Nathan East on bass.