Besides my faith, music has been one of the foundations of my life. When I was growing up in the 1980's, my parents created a rock band named Colour. They played parties, benefit concerts, and was even aired several times on a local radio station in Dallas. When my parent's weren't practicing there was always some type of music playing. I always tell everyone that I grew up with a record player more than I did with a television set. Not everything I grew up with was rock 'n roll either. I thank my parents for introducing all types of music into my life. It's explains my very eclectic love of many various genres.
When my parents split in the early 1990's, Colour broke up as well but that did not stop my dad from pursuing other musical ventures. When I graduated in 1999, my dad, along with two of my uncles, formed a band: Sir 7.
In the 18 years since their conception, Sir 7 has released four albums, the latest being Looking for Domingo. You would think that since the band is family that I would be easy on them when I reviewed this album, but you would be mistaken. In all actuality, I think I listened with a more critical ear because, knowing that they're family, they can take the criticism.
What I love about Looking for Domingo is how each song has it's own flavor. Not one song sounds like the other so when you go to the next song you don't know what you're going to get. From the blues ballad "Don't Keep Me Waiting" to the Latin-infused "Life is Bueno", there is something for every person and every mood. Many of the songs are very catchy and I caught myself singing them long after I listened to them.
Sir 7's style is a fusion of Texas rock with jazz and rhythm and blues. Looking for Domingo is a great album to listen to when you're just chilling or to have playing while you're cruising down the highway. I personally enjoy listening to "Life is Bueno" on my way home from work on a Friday afternoon. The Herb Alpert sounding trumpet line gets me every time.
I also had the pleasure of interviewing the members of Sir 7 this summer. It was so fun to be able to sit down and talk with each band member about their inspirations, experiences, as well as the behind the scenes tidbits of the creation of Looking for Domingo. You can find all of those interviews on their YouTube channel under Interviews but I also linked up my interview with Charlie "Guitar" Swisher below which happened to be my favorite interview.
In all honesty, this is by far my favorite Sir 7 album to date. The mixture of musical flavors is tantalizing and you can hear the work that went into this album. It is one that I have listened to several times since sitting down to listen for my review which says a lot.
One of the greatest accomplishments I can say about this album, and Sir 7, was being able to see it performed live at the infamous House of Blues in Dallas this summer. It was an unforgettable night and was so amazing to see a bands dreams become a reality.
I highly recommend Looking for Domingo for those who love jazz, rock, and blues all rolled into one amazing package. I promise you won't be disappointed. :)
You can purchase Looking for Domingo on Amazon as well as listen to the album on Spotify, Amazon Music, Google Play, and Deezer as well as hear it streaming live on ZooTapRadio.com. If you're in the Dallas area, Sir 7 plays several venues regularly in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex so you can see them perform live. Check out their website for all upcoming concerts, events, and all things Sir 7.
*I received a complimentary copy of this album from Robare Music and Sir 7 in exchange for an honest, unbiased review
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