New Album Release: Road Trip

Perino’s NoHo7 recently released their 2nd CD, “Road Trip.” Based in North Hollywood, California, Bobby Perino likes to refer to his all-original brand of music as “Pop/Jazz.” Comprised of some of LA’s top jazz players, Perino’s NoHo7 bio information reads like a high-level who’s who. “Road Trip” CD has 15 songs that let the listener experience a variety of rhythms, styles, and flavors. Some pieces are humorous and all easy to listen to, dance to, tap your foot to and most important - have FUN!

Reviews

“Composer-bandleader-keyboardist Bobby Perino has found a tuneful and tasty intersection of rock, jazz, R&B and Latin music in the 15 engaging tracks that make up 'Perino's NoHo7 - Road Trip CD.' His melodies are consistently catchy, the arrangements are smart and executed with considerable verve by his skilled septet. Trumpeter Ron Barrows, saxophonist Sam Morgan and trombonist Kevin Bradley deliver impressive horn solos. Guitarist Ron Hershewe and drummer Steve Pemberton offer equally impressive solos in addition to providing a solid rhythm section foundation along with bassist Larry Muradian and Perino himself on keyboards. Collectively, the band exhibits tight ensemble playing across the album. There are moments that call Santana to mind, others that tap into the horn-driven jazz-rock joys of Chicago and Tower of Power, with an eclectic stylistic palette that sustains interest from beginning to end.”

— Randy Lewis, Music journalist for the Los Angeles Times, 1981-2020

“The music is joyful, infectious, and danceable, an accessible form of rhythmic pop/jazz. While the musicians have plenty of concise solos, the emphasis is on the spirited ensembles, catchy grooves, and Perino’s arrangements for the septet. There are plenty of subtle surprises to be heard throughout this set. Overall, Road Trip is feel-good music that is expertly played by top-notch musicians. It will certainly put listeners in a happy mood. ”

— Scott Yanow, Jazz journalist/historian

“Bobby Perino’s NoHo 7 brings us a lot of fun and shows off the talents of these gifted NoHo musicians. From the danceable Kitty Kat Quick Step, to the mellow Cruzin’ PCH, and the more challenging Scale the Mountain, Bobby finds the groove and gives his band room to show off a little. So, I suggest you sit back and enjoy this small group setting with some of LA’s best players. ”

— Howard Fallman: Professional sax player with Les Brown for over 20 years.

“Bobby Perino brings together a band of highly skilled studio musicians, many with impressive backgrounds, to deliver *Road Trip*—a vibrant, eclectic, and delightfully quirky album that will leave you wanting to set the playlist on repeat!”

— Michael Parlett: British jazz saxophonist, record producer and radio show host

“I really like the sound … very full and in the pocket. Definitely a good vibe and creative arrangements! I give it a thumbs up!”

— Walt Johnson, Lead trumpet for Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presely

NoHo7 Band Members

Bobby Perino - Composer/Arranger & Keyboard

Ron Barrows - Trumpet

Kevin Bradley - Trombone

Ron Hershewe - Guitar

Sam Morgan - Sax

Larry Muradian - Bass

Steve Pemberton - Drums

The NoHo7

Sample Tracks

VIDEO COMPILATION OF ORIGINAL MUSIC - PERINO'S NOHO7

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