Jack Kilby and the Frontline, Love Is a Song Anyone Can Sing, Vol. 2 Review

Jack Kilby and the Frontline I am embarrassed to say has sat on my desk for far too long, to the chagrin of his publicist. I am pleased to say with patience and gentle reminders, I officially got off my rump and I am ready to get down to it. The Frontline was formed originally in 2014 in New York City. Though each of the members hail from different parts of the country, originally, their sound is unified in its directive.   The core group consists of Jack Kilby: drums, Kris Monson: bass; Allyn Johnson piano; John D’earth: trumpet; Charles Owens: tenor saxophone; Elad Cohen trombone; the age span of each player adds to the depth of flavor in the sound, but make no mistake this is jazz in the tradition and its pure jazz.