From Paris to Rio is highly recommended. Over the years, this band has made a lot of friends, none of whom will be disappointed with this release. The album, which has very high production values, has lost none of the character that has endeared the group to its fans. The band is made up of experienced, highly skilled musicians who navigate through a huge range of styles such as gospel, Latin, various kinds of rock, blues, and of course, jazz. It's a credit to the considerable skill of each of the members that nothing ever sounds out of place or strained.
Every style is played with absolute authority.
Of course, comparisons to Steely Dan will abound. The music of both groups features sophisticated harmonies, quirky subject matter, and unusual yet tuneful melodies, sung in voices not found in more conventional pop groups. But it's just this unpredictability that produces music that endures, and hopefully will make a lot of new friends for Boko. This project was a long time coming, but the fact that it was a labor of love is evident with every track. Nothing ever sounds out of place.