Bloozotomy

Bloozotomy: Ain't Dead Yet

by Ed Kopp
February 1, 2000

Bloozotomy is a jumpin’ four-piece outfit from Burlington, Vermont, with plenty of talent and a profusion of personality. The latter emanates from Jim Branca, the group’s singer, guitarist and songwriter.The energetic Branca is part Louis Prima, part John Belushi, part upbeat philosopher. His outlook is best summarized by these lines from his song “Dancin’ Through This House": “Life to me is too important to take so damn seriously. It’s a mystery we celebrate, don’t want to agonize, don’t ...