Wood Brothers Puff Of Smoke (CD)

(Honey Jar Records) 11 tracks, digisleeve

Listening in the truest sense of the word is a dying art, but the Wood Brothers have dedicated themselves to this art and cultivate it as a virtue. Indeed, this is the secret behind the blend of upbeat sounds and musical styles on “Puff of Smoke”, the American roots trio's ninth album of original compositions. In the nearly two decades they've spent together in the studio and on tour, the Grammy-nominated trio has honed their unique, interconnected sound to telepathic perfection. On this latest studio album, a true collaborative effort between the three members, the songs weave together a medley of musical ideas - from Latin-tinged acoustic guitar lines to driving post-jazz rhythms to infectious sing-along choruses - that create a cohesive, joyous whole. All this with The Wood Brothers' trademark twists and turns and their light-hearted but subversively profound wisdom at its core. “Puff of Smoke” is a reminder that life is both precious and precarious, and The Wood Brothers invite you to enjoy the ride.