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TAKE YOU THERE!
"You’ll find yourself speeding along on the Uptown Express which will TAKE YOU THERE in style with something close to glee. So hop aboard this tuneful train, sit back and enjoy the joyful, jawful jostle. Next stop: the top."
- Noah Tree, Cabaret Scenes
“Sharp, sexy and soulful, Uptown Express...is flying high with their new disc of classics. TAKE YOU THERE does just that, with breezy, tight harmonies.”
- David Hurst, Next Magazine
“Each member has his time to shine and shine each one does. The voices, each different on their own and then when they all sing together… another kind of magic.”
- Michael Paulison, AllFunMusik.com
"TAKE YOU THERE...beautiful brand new release. A lovely CD."
- David Kenney, WBAI Radio New York
“The terrific harmonies from this Bistro Award-winning quartet are an infectious joy, whether they're being used for doo-wop or a Motown classic.”
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-Andy Propst, Theatermania.com
"TAKE YOU THERE is super summer soundtrack...what a trip we're on with this new album....
Truly inspiring music...so get your copy today."
- Sherri Rase, Q On Stage
Praise for Walk Like A Man:
Winner!
2008 Cabaret Hotline
Online CD Award
for Best Vocal Group Recording
"Uptown Express has a bright, bursting-with-energy sound, splendid harmonies and the kind of polish that is sleek without being slick."
- Rob Lester, Talkin' Broadway
"Walk Like A Man is an uplifting compilation of songs meant to inspire and entertain performed by five guys that want to inspire and entertain. Wholesome entertainment for a harried world."
- Michael Paulison, AllFunMusik.com
"Uptown Express, pulls out a project so inspired it makes one wonder why no one has thought of doing a jazzy album of some of these hip, memorable pop/retro hits sooner."
- John Hoglund, Cabaret Scenes
Director James Followell delivers a pre-show pep talk.
photo by Guy Dauerty.
Hear what critics have to say about Uptown Express in live performance!
Winner!
2009 Backstage Bistro Award for Uptown Express at the Metropolitan Room
"In the tradition of 80 years of popular music, Uptown Express guarantees a pick-me-up with their close, seamless harmonies and upbeat spirit."
- Elizabeth Ahlfors, Cabaret Scenes
"A rainbow of music, rich harmonies, smooth vocal stylings, a driving pulse and, above all, an infectious sense of fun."
- Peter Haas, Cabaret Scenes
“Brand New Day continues their upbeat messages with tight, buoyant harmonies and an easy flow of fun....You are in their pocket.”
- Elizabeth Ahlfors, Cabaret Scenes
"Who loves Uptown Express? We love them! ... A musical treat."
"They're just too good to be true."
- Pat Battle, Weekend Today in New York, WNBC-TV
"When five good looking guys take the stage, our expectations rise. We are not disappointed..."
"Their close harmonic blend is joyful"
"Jersey Boys -- move over 'cause you've got BIG competition! If the aisles were wider, the audience would have been dancing in them."
- Sandi Durell, Cabaret Scenes
Combining the timeless pop sounds of classics like “Son of a Preacher Man” and “I Can’t Get Next to You” with more modern hits such as “I’m Yours” by Jason Mraz and Madonna’s “Like a Prayer.” Swing and doo-wop get cozy with musicals, jazz and rock. It’s an eclectic collection that takes you on a journey of sounds, styles and substance. Come along for the ride!
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CD cover design by Bob Peterson, photo by Michael Anastasio
