"Mi Nueva Razon" by Flavio y Sus Complices (Latin Artist from Tennessee(TN))

"Mi Nueva Razon" is a lively traditional Mexican album brought to you by Flavio y Sus Complices. Right off the bat you will experience an energetic calmness from this album courtesy of Flavio's songbird voice and the delicate precision of the musicians behind him. This is a feel good album for sure, so expect smiles all around when you spin this one. The song writing and arranging are definitely a standout on this album. There are really nice melodies and harmonies in the vocals. The instrumentation is very quirky and plays off the lyrical line well. The album sounds great and focuses on the matter of highlighting the entertainment factor in the music. Highlights include the opener "Tu Siempre Seras," which has a nice intro, and when the vocals kick in, you know right away that your journey through a fun album has begun. The title track "Mi Nueva Razon" is another good one, with a nice melody and a sensitive side. If you enjoy traditional Mexican music highlighted by a wonderful vocalist, you will not be disappointed with Flavio and his gang.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Invitation" by Jeff Jones and Mosaic (Latin/Jazz artist from Arizona (AZ))

"Invitation" is an excellent contemporary Latin jazz album from Jeff Jones and Mosaic. Jones, the leader of the group, is a saxophonist by trade and adds a smooth jazz element to the Latin jazz feel. His backing band, Mosaic, is incredible, tight and each member is held in high esteem in the Latin jazz circuit of the Southwest. Mosaic brings their wonderful talents on piano, flute, bass, and drums. Each member gets their solo opportunity, their time to lead the band and they all shine in their roles. "Invitation" is full of unselfish, improvisational and fun tracks. The underlying Latin feel of each song will give even the most unlikely of characters the urge to dance. The record is polished and crisp, with each note from each instrument sounding firm, compelling, and excellent. "Morning" opens things up with that classic and danceable Latin jazz sound with great piano and flute lines that gives you a feel for the entire album. "Favela" has a great layering of sounds with the Latin-infused piano, drum and flute, pauses a moment for a great drum solo, then picks up right where it left off. With "Invitation," Jeff Jones and Mosaic have created a great collaborative album full of Latin flare and intense solos from every instrument in the same vein of predecessors Tito Puente and Cal Tjader. Any fan of contemporary Latin jazz or, simply, any jazz fan, should add "Invitation" to their collection.

-Chris & the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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