Have a hankering for some live jazz? If you do, pick up Soulive’s new self-titled live album. Consisting of nine tracks, ranging from five to 12 minutes in length, the album captures Soulive right in the moment of a live performance. The songs have been selected from five different shows, including at Chicago’s House of Blues last October.

Starting off the disc is a bass heavy tune called “Aladdin.” Guitarist Eric Krasno, almost always dressed in a jacket and tie, utilizes some “wah wah” effects very nicely here. Neal Evans supplies the organ and bass for the band, as he simultaneously improvises with bass keys and various organ melodies. Drummer Alan Evans lays down the funk beat almost perfectly in every number.

-The second song, “El Ron,” sounds a little like the first from the get go, but quickly moves into new territories explored by few others. The “wah wah” guitar is in effect again here as Krasno’s fingers walk up and down the neck of his guitar making it almost sound like a keyboard at times.

Jumping into the third, and possibly the best track on the CD, “Solid” is a tight fusion beat from Alan Evans as the organ and guitar slowly fade in to accompany him. The pace on this one is a little bit faster than the previous two, with an organ melody that just makes you want to smile.

“First Street,” recorded in Chicago, is a mellow tune, but not mellow enough to put you to sleep. The band jams this one out to nearly seven minutes, and even then it could have gone on longer.

Finishing the disc is a song that also was included in “Live from Bonnaroo,” released last fall, titled “Turn it Out.” Unlike the Bonnaroo album, the band jams it out a little more, getting the crowd involved a bit before it’s over. It’s the perfect way to end the album.

Another highlight of this record is a live video that you can play on your computer. The only thing better than listening to live jazz is watching the musicians playing it. Soulive gets three stars because it’s a quality live album to listen to and watch.