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Spinning

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Sweet Sweet Candy is clearly a bunch of really talented musicians, having a really good time. You can't pigeonhole the music 'cause they bounce from style to style - and make it all sound good.

My favorite is "Feel" - the time signature's all over the map and still your toes keep tapping.

Let some real musicians show you there's more to music than the four chords you hear on the radio!

Hard to classify. Too rock to be jazz -- too jazz to be rock. The horn and rhythm sections are absolutely tight. Wonderful progression over their last CD. If you appreciate great playing, this one's for you. Catch 'em live if you're in Chicago.

This group skillfully eludes categorization. At once, the album weaves sounds of jazz nostalgia with a range of takes on contemporary urban grooves. It's a masterful work of hybridity that compels the body to move to the beat--but is equally a treat for the keen, attentive ear seeking out something complex.

Sweet Sweet Candy's "Spinning" picks up where Jazz Rock fusion of the 70's died. These musicians mix strong jazz themes over a solid rock & roll foundation. It is an absolute pleasure to hear saxophones in such a setting. Both sax players exude a strong "Coltrane" influence as soloists. At the same time they demonstrate the tight, intricate ensemble playing of Blood, Sweat & Tears or Chicago. The drums are presented with a very fat, funky techno rhythm. The bass and guitar complement the technical dexterity demonstrated by the rest of the ensemble. Overall, this is an exciting mix of material that will challenge serious listeners.

I really enjoy the Spinning CD. I am not a musician. I just like to listen to good music. I love the Spinning CD!! The jazzy/unique sound of this band is really refreshing. The more I listen to it - the more I like it. I highly recommend it.

"Spinning" is a really satisfying CD. The band emphasizes rhythmic invention, and as a result the songs get better with repeated listenings. The horns give the CD a nice jazzy feel, but without ever getting in the way of the driving beats. The vocals are great, and the sound is tight even though the band is aggressively exploring that unchartered territory between rock and jazz. The 3 live tracks at the end are a bonus - they let the listener see both the similarities and the contrasts between the studio work and live performances of a really fine band.