Spotlight: Angel Eyes by Don Stiernberg & John Carlini

Featuring:
Don Stiernberg: Mandolin
John Carlini: Guitar
Jim Cox: Bass
Phil Gratteau: drums

From the new Master of Mandolin Swing, Don Stiernberg and ace architect of the New Acoustic, guitarist John Carlini, backed by one of Chicago's hottest rhythm sections, comes Blue Night Records release, "Angel Eyes," a collection of some of the 20th century's inarguably greatest jazz standards. From their strings to your ears, this is one of the most refreshing acoustic jazz releases of the new Millennium.

Recorded in all its acoustic purity in the studio of Chicago ace producer Steve Rashid, this recording breaks new ground in string swing. Familiar music that never overstays its welcome, these eleven songs are performed in refreshing new light.

Tracks:

1. The Way You Look Tonight
2. All the Things you Are
3. My One and Only Love
4. Body and Soul
5. How About You
6. Tenderly
7. Round Midnight
8. They Can't Take That Away From Me
9. Angel Eyes
10. In a Sentimental Mood
11. Secret Love

If you thought "Unseasonably Cool" was great, you aren't going to believe a seasoned performer like Stiernberg could sound any better.

But he does...

Teaming up with East Coast musician John Carlini, these two complement each other thematically, volleying clever licks, seamlessly trading solo and supporting roles like Siamese twins. Like two instruments, one brain.

Like peanut butter and jelly...