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Peggy Cone: Peggy Cone Sings

by AAJ Staff
June 1, 1999

It all bespeaks a bygone age, from the black & white cover to her accompanist’s tuxedo. With rich voice and twinkling intonation, yesterday’s pop songs become art music – with a minimum of frills. What you get is a trio, some familiar friends (most known but not overdone), and her voice. The words sink in when she sings them – and then they’re not just words but a rush of feelings. Yes, it’s simple – and it’s all you need. ...