Music - Oct. 12, 2004
Jazz man Somlai takes chances on new disc
Jeno Somlai is not one to play it safe. Sure, for his debut CD, he ensured success by hiring some of the best musicians in town to record with one of the best producers at one of the best studios. But he gambled a bit, too, and hit the jackpot.
Tags: Somlai, Jeno, jazz, latin, Burst, Holter, Standal, Chazz, Germanson, Einerson, Wenzel, conservatory

Music - March 4, 2004
Burst Collective makes it big without leaving home
You'd never guess it's there, but the collective's state-of-the-art recording facility is in the heart of downtown Wauwatosa and is home to a successful consortium of composers, songwriters and musicians.
Tags: Burst, Holter, Standal, Eggshell, Geer, Tosa, McCarty