Vein/ Norrbotten Big Band - Symphonic BopVEIN Trio already has a reputation as "one of Europe's most exciting ensembles", according to John Fordham, of The Guardian. With Symphonic Bop, recorded with the acclaimed Norrbotten Big Band Orchestra VEIN expands it's range beyond the crystalline precision and intimacy of the small ensemble to the awesome power and depth of an internationally acclaimed jazz orchestra. It's like seeing your favorite movie on a bigger screen. What makes this work

Both works demand the services of a soloist who does not misunderstand the unprecedented difficulties of his parts as an opportunity for self-display

It covers a remarkable range of styles

" a laid-back jam with tricky guitar licks about ringing in new times even when everything else seems upside down

Drakus literally exploded from his first album Hommage A Zanzibar (1989)

who also produced the band's self-titled debut album

as well as regularly contributing to the latter's illustrious mega parties

As prosecutors

Deleted footage

but later expanded to include keyboardist Kyle Simmons

Relive the memories and share some laughter with this great collection of the funniest moments of Art Linkletter's beloved television interviews

And now this exclusive Best Of album brings together highlights from their award-winning discography

The configuration of the recording is ideal- two artists who composed their works early in their careers