This one is a bit later than I meant it to be.

But on with the show:
When They Performed some of the singles off of Goodbye Blues at the Canopy Club awhile back, I was right in thinking this next album would be a real development.

The Hush Sound has come out with their third album now, titled Goodbye Blues.  It really shows some change from the previous albums, but keeps the delightfully jazzy sound that the Hush Sound members do so well.  The Album rocks harder than any of the previous ones, with a heavier kickpedal and bass/guitar infulence, with the piano somewhat reduced, though still very present.  The beat of songs like Medicine Man (I'm betting it will be their next single off the album)  really carry you out, and I can say personally that they do great live, too.

Another interesting note on Goodbye Blues is the sudden action of Greta taking the forefront as singer.  She sang a number of songs in the past, but their guitarist, Robert ("Bob") normally took the forefront of vocals, and such was the case live as well.  Bob is only the lead singer on two songs in the entirety of the album, with "Not Your Concern" and "As you Cry".  Otherwise, Greta dominates the album, and sings stronger than in either Like Vines or So Suddden, the previous albums. 

Livewise, I can say that it shows, too: Greta's singing is much, much stronger.  I remember when I saw them in 2007, and she seemed wiped by the end of the show.  Here in 2008, she held strong and sang better the entire show, not that she was even weak previously. 

If I gave star ratings, I'd give Goodbye Blues a 5 out of 5.  It is well balanced, strong throughout, and shows development of style without abandoning roots.  I just wish Bob sang more, but I know I still have their other two albums, and they still perform quite a bit of the material from them live as well. 

So yeah, if you want to get a feel for the album, checkout the following songs:
Honey (Now on 88.7 the Wave!) (Also, Music Video @ youtube)
Medicine Man
The Boys are Too Refined
Love you Much Better
Not Your Concern

Okay, so that is like... half the album... but if you like this "New-Jazz" sound, you should love this stuff.