Lenny Gomulka & Chicago Push prove they can
Push It to the Limit with their 1998 release of that title. As you would expect, tunes like "Coming Home," from the Polish hearts of this band, and "My Wife's" oberek, demonstrate the musical heritage of this highly polished group. "Niagra Falls" polka is upbeat, tight and an excellent rendition of a Gene Wisniewski song. "Join Me in a Song or Two," is
Gomulka at his best, singing to the crowd, while "Push It to the Limit" illustrates the progressive side of this Massachusetts based band. With an obvious goal to open their music to an even wider audience,
Gomulka and Push skirt the edge of polka traditionalism while still keeping the connection to the Polish roots of the music. Tight accordion/concertina work, crisp trumpets and an always solid beat are a constant part of every performance. A Grammy nominated album,
Push It to the Limit is another quality product by musicians of exceptional quality.