Artist description Led by saxophonist Michael Kelley, the Hot Blue Q pulses with its own unique blend of jazz, hip dance styles, and Latin rhythms. Kelley graduated with honors from Berklee College of Music in Boston. He has been playing the saxophone for 19 years, and studied with world-renown sax players Jerry Bergonzi, George Garzone, and jazz-teacher extraordinaire Charlie Banacos.

Music Style Jazz, Latin

Group Members Michael Kelley - Saxophones, Alan Eicher - piano, Steve Skop - bass, Brendan Byrnes - drums.

Instruments Saxophone, piano, bass, drums

Albums No, What?

Press Reviews "Michael is a tasty player who is as comfortable with one note wailing as he is with a flurry of notes. However, its the entire band that really makes this project click. Their flawless execution and impeccable timing breathes life into each song making for exquisite soundscapes." Metronome Magazine, Jan. 1997 "Boasting progressive arrangements which pay tribute to traditional influences, Michael Kelley & the Hot Blue Q's "No, What?" is a feast for the ears of moderns and straight-ahead devotees alike. This one is a real find" Hilarie Grey, JazzTimes, March 1997

Location Newton, MA - USA

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