The Kelly Project's Live on DVD CD gives a taste of what this up and coming band has to offer both visually and acoustically. Consisting of Benny Arocho (percussion), Marino Bragino (saxophone), Joe Galante (trumpet), Mike Kelly (vocals, rhythm guitar, trumpet), Vincent Palma (lead guitar), Wayne Rosario (drums) and Bertrand Valville (bass guitar), this fledgling band is just getting its feet off the ground and it seems like they are off to a good start. This band does not fit into one overriding description, there's a little bit of soul, a little bit of jazz and a little bit of funk.The album begins with "Hunger" and a powerful horn intro by Bragino and Galante. As seen on the DVD of the live performance, they seem to stay close together, often facing each other or standing side by side and using the same movements. These two dress in suits, Bragino in white and Galante in a more traditional brown suit. The catchy horn beat immediately grabs the listener's attention and makes him want to hear what's next. Then, Kelly's vocals break in with a soulful drum beat and his smooth voice starts off with a song about exploring your own identity. Later into the song Palma interrupts with a psychedelic guitar solo, followed by the horns in what almost sounds like an Egyptian melody and Kelly making throaty noises in the background.

"Sounds Sweet" opens with Arocho performing an impressive rhythm on the bongos. Then, once more Bragino and Galante come in with their horn melody. This song could be classified more as soul, with the horns and Kelly's voice as a strong presence on the track. This song could definitely be a solid first single. The catchy chorus is easy with.

"Sounds Sweet" is followed by "Sing Out," which features a great trumpet solo. The trumpet in this song is muted, giving it a 20s jazz feel. The musical energy builds in a crescendo-like fashion throughout the song. Every band member seems to be putting in a lot of enthusiasm and it is especially apparent in the end during a powerful instrumental arrangement.

The CD concludes with "Anna Maria." The beginning is slightly reminiscent of Paul Simon's "Graceland." As the rest of the song continues, it evokes the feeling of being on a tropical island with Jimmy Buffet-type music. While the horns take a leading role in every song, they are played up even more in this track, and the bongos are also prevalent. Bragino has a beautifully executed saxophone solo that really becomes the whole essence of the song. Mike Kelly also seems to be getting some back up vocals on this song as well, which is less apparent in other songs. The emphasis on instrumentals and back-up vocals gives this song a different feeling than the rest.

The live DVD that comes along with the live CD is a performance of "Hunger" and "Sounds Sweet." Mike Kelly looks vaguely familiar, almost like Scott Stapp of Creed. When he sings "hunger, hunger, hunger, for your soul" he reaches out his hands as if he is the hungering and trying to capture the viewer's soul. He also goes back near where the drums are during an instrumental part of the song and moves in a way that makes him seem he has become possessed by the music. He's a mystical person to watch on a stage which draws you towards him and keeps you interested in both the song and in his performance. Bragino and Galante are also amusing to watch as they dance around with their horns, moving up and down in a synchronized fashion. In addition, Palma has a wild energetic presence with his guitar.

Overall, The Kelly Project is an entertaining band to watch. They are very talented musicians. While they could use a little polishing up, their songs are solid and have potential to become hits. The Kelly Project is a band to keep an eye on.