Jazzheads Recording Artist / Pianist
"...What this exceptional performer brings to the keyboard is a deft touch, a refined approach, and a modern jazz sound that is tuneful, attractive, full of verve..."
Ann Braithwaite
Braithwaite and Katz
"I love what I do , knowing my music brings joy to people's lives."
"Montelione is a lyrical player with a soft touch."
John Morgan
Cadence magazine
"Take my word, the man plays some serious jazz piano! Even better, don't take my word and listen for yourself."
John Bowers
Jazz News
"...the evening was made more memorable by the fine musical performance of Lou Montelione and Michael Logan (bass). They are gifted artists and their skillful playing, coupled with intellient musical selections added a dimension of suble sophistication that was a perfect complement to the general atmosphere."
Louis Rizzo
President of the NJ Jazz Society
Lou Montelione's Debut CD on the Jazzheads Record Label
"I really enjoyed this one! You will too. I gave it a 'most highly recommended' for those in love with jazz with character."
Dick Metcalf
Improvijazzation Nation
"A very impressive effort that helps define and stretch the boundaries of today's modern mainstream jazz."
Scott Yanow
All Music Guide To Jazz
With decades of experience, a vast repertiore and knowing exactly what to play and when, you'll be in good hands.
And for a real party atmosphere; an exciting new genre of danceable jazz called HIP BOP performed by...
Eric Huff Daisuke Abe Lou Montelione Roy Weinberger
GUARANTEED TO ROCK THE HOUSE!
I'll play solo piano or put together any jazz combo you'd like. Maybe for background jazz you can go with a nice piano/bass or piano/guitar duo, or for a more cocktail jazz kind of vibe you may want a tasty piano/bass/drums or piano/bass/sax trio.
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"... one interesting session of music...what you'll hear on this recording you've not heard before. If you're game to sample a new style of music give this one a chance."
Edward Blanco
eJazzNews.com
Lou Montelione's band, TOO BLUE LOU AND THE GROOVE'S Debut CD on the Jazzheads Record Label
This crew just want's to have fun. ...A crisp set with a good groove woven into some solid beats, ...it's a dandy urban party record for when the street crowd has a taste for some up market ambience.
Chris Spector
Midwest Record
For audio samples, reviews and to purchase Lou Montelione's CD, "Comin' Back Home" please go to
For audio samples, reviews and to purchase TOO BLUE LOU AND THE GROOVE'S CD, "The Birth Of Hip Bop" please go
And if that's not enough excitement for you ...