Rex Richardson review in The Brass Herald:   excerpt:  “…you simply won’t find a better trumpet CD released in 2018! Among the frequent fireworks, outstanding high register and sumptuous tone, it contains some of the finest vocal playing I have heard on disc. Listening to Rex on this recording is simply a joy and a pleasure!”

Brian Trainor’s writing and playing display an uncanny similarity in style to Thelonious Monk on this aggressively charged collection of songs – original compositions with some classic Monk tunes.

New Orleans music is contagious – like a fever passed by contact. On this recording, Kevin mixes traditional tunes from Satchmo’s day with modern Professor Longhair-style rumbas, exquisite ethereal ballads, and burning up-tempo jumpers.

A presentation of traditional cornet and trombone solos with band.

Brian Trainor’s writing and playing display an uncanny similarity in style to Thelonious Monk on this aggressively charged collection of songs – original compositions with some classic Monk tunes.

New Orleans music is contagious – like a fever passed by contact. On this recording, Kevin mixes traditional tunes from Satchmo’s day with modern Professor Longhair-style rumbas, exquisite ethereal ballads, and burning up-tempo jumpers.

New Orleans music is contagious – like a fever passed by contact. On this recording, Kevin mixes traditional tunes from Satchmo’s day with modern Professor Longhair-style rumbas, exquisite ethereal ballads, and burning up-tempo jumpers.

Brian Trainor’s writing and playing display an uncanny similarity in style to Thelonious Monk on this aggressively charged collection of songs – original compositions with some classic Monk tunes.