What the critics say:
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"Metz's deep-swinging combo recalls classic 1950s Hard Bop. 

Blues-soaked melodies, Horace Silver-influenced Latin-tinged funk grooves, 

and soulful, thoughtful improvisations abound."

Noah Enelow - Associate Editor -  www.listen.com 

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"Recommended as one of four all-time favorite bands to perform"
as told by Laura O'Neill (Owner, O'Neill's Pub) 

from her bartender, waiter & waitress staff at O'Neill's Pub, Albuquerque, NM

 

"...One of my favorites..."
Laura O'Neill - Owner, O'Neill's Pub, Albuquerque, NM

 

"...One of Albuquerque's finest jazz ensembles..."
Kenn Rodriguez - Backstage Pass, Albuquerque Journal

 

“Great Band...Great Music!!!”
Rudei Bear - Producer/Director,  Trimble Hot Springs “Jazz Splash” Festival



“Michael is an exceptional talent, has great leadership skills and can really 

blow that trumpet of his.”
Flip Rebop - New Mexico Jazz Personality



“A very pleasant surprise, the audience really enjoyed their music, 

I'm glad I had them perform...”
Paul Machado - Director,  The Telluride Jazz Celebration



“...Outstanding Performances!!”
Don Davis (former Radio Personality) - FM 101.3 “The Horizon” - Albuquerque, NM



“Michael Metz... has never failed to present the finest jazz in the 

city of Albuquerque or in the state of New Mexico.”
Donna Kanin - Entertainment Coordinator -  The New Mexico State Fair



“Michael is a wonderful performer and an exceptional talent, 

he has captivated our audiences.”
Carol Spain - Executive Director -  Valhalla Jazz Festival



“His performance was of the high quality we strive to bring to our audiences”
R.L. Chavez - President -  Chama Valley Music Festival


“What a treat!”
Beth Scott - Executive Director -  Corrales Cultural Arts Council


“Michael is not only a joy to work with, but an outstanding musician.”
Susan Chapman - (Former) Marketing Director - Winrock Center, Albuquerque, NM
 
 
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