Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band has been called Los Angeles' most exciting big band - and for good reason. Their second CD, "XXL," was nominated for three 2004 Grammy Awards in various jazz categories. It crackles with energy and is filled with remarkable performances by many virtuosic players and vocalists. Goodwin's compositions and arrangements are modern, sophisticated and accessible. "XXL" should thrill jazz fans. There are five segments in this sound portrait profile. Please choose the ones that work best for you. What follows are their titles, suggested host intros, and time. 1. "Big Phat Band." Gordon Goodwin describes the Big Phat Band's sound and recording style. (2.25) 2. "Longer Forms." Gordon Goodwin says he tends to write long pieces with great detail and texture. (2.53) 3. "Comes Love." Gordon Goodwin describes how he arranged this classic to feature vocalists Brian McKnight and Take 6. (2.50) 4. "Scoring for Soloists." Goodwin recalls how he orchestrated two different solo sections, one featuring saxophonist Michael Brecker and the other featuring Take 6. (2.35) 5. "Hunting Wabbits." This is the last piece that Gordon Goodwin imagined would be nominated for a Grammy. (2.57) This piece has only be heard on the Internet. Please go to www.BehindTheBeat.net to hear other profiles. There are more than 350 artists and CDs profiled. More info is in my member profile.

Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band has been called Los Angeles' most exciting big band - and for good reason. Their second CD, "XXL," was nominated for three 2004 Grammy Awards in various jazz categories. It crackles with energy and is filled with remarkable performances by many virtuosic players and vocalists. Goodwin's compositions and arrangements are modern, sophisticated and accessible. "XXL" should thrill jazz fans. There are five segments in this sound portrait profile. Please choose the ones that work best for you. What follows are their titles, suggested host intros, and time. 1. "Big Phat Band." Gordon Goodwin describes the Big Phat Band's sound and recording style. (2.25) 2. "Longer Forms." Gordon Goodwin says he tends to write long pieces with great detail and texture. (2.53) 3. "Comes Love." Gordon Goodwin describes how he arranged this classic to feature vocalists Brian McKnight and Take 6. (2.50) 4. "Scoring for Soloists." Goodwin recalls how he orchestrated two different solo sections, one featuring saxophonist Michael Brecker and the other featuring Take 6. (2.35) 5. "Hunting Wabbits." This is the last piece that Gordon Goodwin imagined would be nominated for a Grammy. (2.57) This piece has only be heard on the Internet. Please go to www.BehindTheBeat.net to hear other profiles. There are more than 350 artists and CDs profiled. More info is in my member profile.