Heartlanders though they may be, the Mary Jo Curry band deliver a tight, crisp sound certifiably urban and downright “uptown” in character and an ideal complement to the leader’s stylish but rock-solid vocals.  Ms. Curry’s power is undeniable but she picks her high-voltage moments wisely, frequently opting instead to keep a gentle grip on that power, making for some very pleasing lyric readings.  Cases-in-point include “The Man” and “Explaining The Blues”.  Good stuff here.