The Four Charms –
Flatland Boogie
2000 Hi-Style Enterprises, Inc.
SQ Issue: Winter 2000 - Volume 11, Issue 1
Jimmy
Sutton: bass, vocals; Joel Paterson: guitar, vocals; Jonathan Doyle: tenor & baritone saxophones; Jim Barclay: drums
Known for their entertaining
and energetic show, The Four Charms incorporate many different styles. Passionate about their music, the band has never
paid any attention to trends. Call them
swing, call them jump rhythm-and-blues, call them jazz, rockabilly,
rock ‘n’ roll…just don’t call them before noon. – press
release
Like the press release says, if you enjoy a style of music, you’re gonna find a song on here you like. You like lots of styles? Hey, this CD is for you!
You’ll unearth some classic gems like Hit That Jive Jack and Swingin’ the Blues as well as keen originals like Sherry Flip, Midnight at the Mill, and Flatland Boogie Blues.
The tempos tend to be in the 200’s for the most part but are very enjoyable and give you a good workout on the dance floor. A few slow to moderate Lindy tunes give you the breather you’ll need in between.
The guitar work throughout this CD is stellar - especially on Sherry Flip, Hit That Jive Jack, Swingin’ the Blues, and Flatland Boogie Blues. The bass and drums keep the beat going but it’s all about the guitar, man! The sax man gets good licks in on several of these numbers, too. Everyone gets the freedom to strut their stuff.
Some zany lyrics can be found in My Mumblin’ Baby and a new dance will be discovered when listening to the lyrics of Sausage Rock. It’s clear these boys like to have fun.
This CD is a portable party. Bring it with you wherever you go and your bound to be dancin’ and havin’ fun!