Elizabeth Tomboulian: Love’s in Need of Love Today
A wide range, a controlled voice with slide and scat ability, and a solid blues feel equal to her jazz chops.
Rosie Frater-Taylor: On My Mind
This debut album is outstanding for the poetic lyrics, song construction, and well-judged production.
Max von Essen: Call Me Old Fashioned-The Broadway Standard
This is an actor. Give him a character, even for minutes, and he shines.
Tom Culver: Tom Culver at Duke’s Place-The Songs of Duke Ellington
This is an appealing, low key CD performed with respect and finesse.
Bob Levy: Only a Matter of Time
Levy is a quirky lyricist who falls somewhere in a league with Bob Dorough and Blossom Dearie.
