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Janice Finlay – Anywhere But Here

jlima — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:31:21 +0000

From hardbop to heartfelt, toe-tapping to touching, saxophone to vibraphone – Janice Finlay’s latest release ANYWHERE BUT HERE is a soul-satisfying listen from start to finish. Finlay’s lyrical saxophone style, evocative originals and all-star cast of top Canadian jazz artists merge superbly throughout the disc, showcasing “…great soloing by Finlay and tight ensemble play” (Chris Smith – Winnipeg Free Press) in “A killer contemporary jazz set that reaches back for some old man jazz vibes…Finlay is someone you’ve got to get to know better…”(Chris Spector – Midwest Record Review).

www. janicefinlay.com

Lisa Casalino – Introducing Lisa Casalino

jlima — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:10:31 +0000

Lisa’s voice, style and charm have been a wonderful addition to many special memories. Lisa’s versatility to sing in over every genre makes her the perfect match for any atmosphere, however it’s her Jazz and Standards singing that have people coming back to see her time and again. On her Debut Album, Lisa’s sweet and sincere vocals create her own unique style to the jazz and standards you know and love, along with original tunes that are sure to delight the senses.

www.lisacasalino.com

Macy Chen – After 75 Years

jlima — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:02:22 +0000

Macy Chen’s new sound is out of this world wonderful! Launched from East & West, American jazz ignites with Chinese melody. From Taiwan , through Shanghai and now to New York , she calls it jazAsia! Macy’s music takes you on a musical road less traveled. It is new. It is old. It will make history. Macy’s vocals, style and pure talent blends two worlds into one; for never heard but Unforgettable sound… even so you will play it again, and again and again….

Available at: Amazon, cdbaby, iTunes and www.macychen.com

Lenora Helm – I Love Myself When I am Laughing

jlima — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:53:43 +0000

“A barefoot walk around the human experience and the tour guide, Lenora Zenzalai Helm, makes us listen, ponder, swing a little, listen and then swing some more!” In her sixth CD release, I Love Myself When I’m Laughing, and with an impressive core rhythm section, Helm works her moving velvet soprano as it weaves its spell around standards, originals, & self-penned lyrics (Donna Lee, Dear Lord, Delilah)

www.LenoraHelm.com

Mary Louise Knutson – In The Bubble

jlima — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:48:01 +0000

Ranked in JazzWeek’s Top 10, pianist Mary Louise Knutson’s new trio CD, In the Bubble, showcases her warm, soulful touch, tasteful arranging, and gift for composition. Six standards and four originals range from a Ray Brown Trio-style “It Could Happen to You” to a McCoy-ish “Can You Hear Me Now?” to a Jarrett-esque “You Are My Sunshine.” These ten will remain at the top of your playlist for years.