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Album Review

Judy Wexler: Easy on the Heart

Read "Easy on the Heart" reviewed by Germein Linares

by Germein Linares
June 20, 2005

Vocalist Judy Wexler makes her recording debut with Easy on the Heart. Wexler is quickly becoming a staple of the Los Angeles jazz scene and, like many other jazz artists in Southern California, deserving of better recognition. Joining her are other LA jazz stalwarts like saxophonist Bob Sheppard, pianist Alan Pasqua (a former member of Tony Williams' Lifetime), bassist Darek Oles, and trumpeter Steven Campos.

Instead of the usual standards, Wexler does well by choosing some lesser-known jazz songs, as ...

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Album Review

Judy Wexler: Easy On The Heart

Read "Easy On The Heart" reviewed by Michael P. Gladstone

by Michael P. Gladstone
May 27, 2005

This is one special jazz vocal debut album from Los Angeles area-based Judy Wexler, based upon the musicians and recording studio. Thirteen well chosen tunes reflect a wide spectrum of popular music, and nary a one can be accused of being overexposed over the decades.

Judy Wexler displays a fine instinct with these tunes, whether from the Great American Songbook or recent compositions waiting to be placed in that category, as well as offerings from Lennon/McCartney and Bob ...