I still think it starts with the instruments -- and I'm not talking about computers and synthesizers. There's a huge difference. It's like tasting home made food vs. fast food. There's no comparison, one is great, the fast food is awful and bad for you.

You need to have real horns played by real musicians. Real guitars, real bass, real drums, real keyboards -- played by real, talented, experienced musicians. I'll never waver from that. Yes, I have some CD's with much computerization and other stuff. Sometimes it's OK -- like fast food -- but it shouldn't be all the time. Get back to real music ... then add the quality voices.