Love In The First Degree New Orleans Parade by Ray McKinley's Jazz Band is a delightful album that will transport listeners straight to the heart of New Orleans. The album features a range of jazz standards and original compositions, all performed with the energy and enthusiasm that is characteristic of the New Orleans jazz scene.
From the opening track, "Basin Street Blues," listeners will be swept up in the infectious rhythms and lively melodies of the music. McKinley's band is made up of some of the finest jazz musicians in the city, and their virtuosity is on full display throughout the album. The horn section is particularly impressive, with tight, punchy arrangements that perfectly capture the spirit of New Orleans jazz.
One of the standout tracks on the album is "When the Saints Go Marching In," which features a rousing call-and-response between the horns and the rhythm section. The band's performance is so infectious that listeners will be hard-pressed not to join in singing along.