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"The Spectacular Elevator" has received some extremely rewarding press: "...there are moments that are as entertaining and artistic as any CD released by an indie New Jersey band. Musically, there isn't a wrong note. From the long psychedelic intro of the opening ``3 Behind Fate,'' which sounds like Jimmy Smith sitting in with Phish, to the closing upbeat fun of ``Simon & Deliah.'' -Upstage Magazine (New Brunswick, NJ) "Obviously believers in letting their music speak for itself...guitarist/songwriter/singer Mike Montrey - a vocal cross between Bob Weir, Donovan and Dave Matthews - guides this talented 5-piece through well constructed songs that embrace country, stoner-jazz, folk, fusion, funk, world beat, rock, reggae, metal, mariachi, samba and soul in a quest for the perfect groove" -Aquarian Weekly (NJ weekly magazine) "Highlights include Mike Montrey's meaty guitar trip on ``Maureen Uszenski,'' also featuring a rare lead vocal by Stephanie Guida; the hip-hoppin' be-bop of ``Coop,'' the cute, carnival-like ``The Mystic Hero'' and the country-fried soul-jazz of ``Jerome.'' The latter two tunes are showcases for keyboardist Matt Tevald's eclectic talent. While Montrey and Tevald cross musical boundaries, bassist Anthony Duca and new drummer Edgar Diaz hold down the fort nicely." -Home News Tribune (Piscataway, NJ) "Several special guests throughout ``The Spectacular Elevator'' shine alongside Water. They include Otters' fiddler Dan O'Dea and mandolinist Mikey Hoffman on the layered hoe-down ``Skeleton Key'', and Hub City jazz cat Tyler Smith on sax on the pretty, piano-driven ``Legally Blind,'' as well as several other tracks. Throughout, Montrey has arranged the horns to blend well with his tasty solos. The disc's loose, fresh take on tradition will translate well live" -The Courier News (Bridgewater, NJ) Track List: 1. 3 Behind Fate 2. Legally Blind 3. Skeleton Key 4. red 5. Maureen Uszenski 6. The Mystic Hero 7. Jerome 8. Coop 9. All Night 10. Blitzkrieg 11. Without 12. Simon & Deliah Other Genres:
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