Joe McBride Texas Hold 'Em

Poker and jazz are both very much about using the unknown to your advantage. After seven Heads Up releases, the versatile pianist/singer Joe McBride is definitely on a roll with 'Texas Hold 'Em'. He raises the stakes and comes into his own as a composer and performer. Backed again by the Texas Rhythm Club, McBride's winning streak continues with an album full of bluesy pop hooks and contemporary jazz licks. Pianist/vocalist Joe McBride delivers a set of classic tunes in the McBride style, this jazz/blues-based pianist has definately come into his own as a composer and performer. His sweet funk stylings have been heard all over the world and this album is no different. McBride is a force to be reckoned with. Personnel: Joe McBride (piano, keyboards, vocals, beat box), Wayne deLano (saxophones), Dave Von Blohn (flugel horn & trumpet), Larry Spencer (muted trumpet), Todd Parsnow (guitar), Martin walters (electric bass guitar), John Adams (upright bass), Dennis Durick (drums)