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Carolyn Leonhart: New 8th Day
The album alternates between originals and standards. Leonhart has a definite edge to her delivery, only letting her guard down on the second, and preferred, half of this album. On the opening original "Noneday," I hear traces of Sheila Jordan in Leonhart's vocal. Her performance is spurred on by tenor saxophonist Wayne Escoffery, who contributes several gritty solos and obbligatos on "Noneday" and the Benny Golson tune "Whisper Not." The latter tune is taken for a more aggressive delivery than we're used to hearing.
Beginning with Billy Strayhorn's "Daydream," including an opening verse, there is a more shaded aspect to her vocals. On "If I Should Lose You," Leonhart wisely plays to the lyricism of words and music and features a long piano solo from Rick Germanson. An original, "Home," Jobim's "Photograph," and a low key "Moonriver" are far more introspective and effective. Strong playing by bassist Hans Glawischnig is another highlight of the album.
Track Listing
Noneday, I'm In The Mood For Love, No Moonlight, Sometimes I Think, Whisper Not, Daydream, If I Should Lose You, Home, Photograph, Moonriver.
Personnel
Carolyn Leonhart,vocals; Wayne Escoffery, tenor sax; Rick Germanson, piano; Hans Glawischnig, bass; Donald Edwards or Jason Brown, drums.
Album information
Title: New 8th Day | Year Released: 2005 | Record Label: Sunnyside Records
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