My initial concept for the band was, but is not limited to, taking American standards, like stuff the Rat Pack would perform and interpret them using more avant garde approaches. Such as the electric music of Miles Davis in the late 60's and 70's like "Bitch's Brew", "Big Fun" and "Live at the Filmore". Its driving funk rhythms and energy seem as fresh today as they were controversial in their time. Secondly, I was exposed to the "Electric Mud" album by Muddy Waters, which teamed him with som...