Proof of talent

Review Score: (10/10)
Agents of Good Roots is a band that has more talent that the majority of the artists that you hear today. This album proves that. I was first exposed to Agents on a suggestion from a friend, and bought their major-label debut, One By One. That album is more of a sonic collage of many styles, including rock, jazz, and gospel. Straightaround seems to focus a little more on the healthy jazz obsession carried by the band. Plus, these guys can PLAY! It's so unfortunate that our ears are primed to hear cookie-cutter music unlike this. Andrew Winn's guitar/keyboard playing provides an excellent setup for J.C. Kuhl's incredible sax playing. Kuhl really goes off on tracks like "Straight," which ends the album on an impressive, tight jam. This album gets better with every listen, because in spite of the fact that you're only listening to five instruments (guitar, keyboard, sax, bass, drums), Agents always bring something new to the table when you listen. Jazz fans, rejoice! Your voice is beginning to be heard in rock circles! Highly recommended for jazz fans, as well as fans of Dave Matthews Band.

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