The Wildcats' latest CD captures the energy and excitement of the group's sound, as well as the soloistic talents of the individual members: Jason Carder's tribute to Louis Armstrong on "West End Blues", Kelly Thomas' wailing tuba on "Black and Blue", Ray Templin's pianistic prowess on "Honey Hush" and the title track, Rob Boone's smooth tone on "Getting Sentimental Over You", Kelland Thomas' sweet take on Bechet's "Si Tu Vois Ma Mere", and Rob Wright's vocal stylings on "Cecilia" and "I Like Beer".
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Recorded in concert at the Arizona Classic Jazz Festival in November 2009, Live! is the latest release by the Wildcats. The CD captures the dynamic energy of the band's live performances which captivate audience around the country! Jason Carder takes some blistering solos, and Ray Templin dazzles on both drums and piano. Kelly Thomas plays tuba higher than you've ever heard it, while Kelland Thomas and Rob Boone exchange solo antics on the front line. Frontman Rob Wright sings, plays banjo, and entertains a crowd like no one else on this collection of favorites from the traditional repertoire.
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Two Deuces was the Wildcats' third release, dated November 2008! Featuring our two newest members, Jason Carder and Ray Templin, this CD features well-known classic jazz standards and rediscovered gems from the vintage jazz vaults, along with a few surprises. We are excited about this one!
Listen to "Sheik of Araby" (excerpt)
Listen to "South Rampart Street Parade" (excerpt)
Listen to "The Suits Are Picking Up the Bill!" (excerpt)
Listen to "Symphonic Raps" (excerpt)
Listen to "Two Deuces" (excerpt)
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Released in 2007, I'll Be Glad When You're Dead is the Wildcats' newest CD release. The band reinvigorates classic standards of New Orleans Jazz and unearths little-heard gems by Jelly Roll Morton and Louis Armstrong to bring you party music at its finest!
Listen to "I'll Be Glad When You're Dead" (excerpt)
Listen to "Bourbon Street Parade" (excerpt)
Listen to "Mama's Got a Baby..." (excerpt)
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Introducing The Original Wildcats was the first CD release by the Original Wildcat Jass Band, featuring the sound that continues to impress listeners at Jazz Festivals throughout the West.
Listen to "Muskrat Ramble" (excerpt)
Listen to "Dinah" (excerpt)
Listen to "That's A Plenty" (excerpt)
Listen to "Tin Roof Blues" (excerpt)
Listen to "Do You Know What It Means?" (excerpt)
Listen to "Tiger Rag" (excerpt)
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