Douye': Daddy Said So

Daddy Said So, and clearly father knows best. Raised with the epic jazz renderings of Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Lena Horne and Etta James, Douyé harkens back to a jazz era rich with elegance and timbre. Her silky and deliciously subdued voice pulsates through a set list of choice jazz standards. With quiet intensity Douye' whispers new life into every breath and nuance. Joined by a long and impressive list of jazz musicians, Daddy Said So is instrumentally dynamic as well. The arrangements and seasoned interplay present an inimitable package of jazz sophistication.

Among the many highlights is "Nature Boy." On this track, she is joined by legendary bassist, Ron Carter. It is cleverly performed as a vocal/bass duet. "Summertime" is a percussion led big band treat in which Douye' exudes her swing sensibilities. In front of the Kenny Barron Trio, she glides effortlessly through "Mood Indigo" and "I Loves You Porgy." She is joined by pianist John Beasley on a sultry "Round Midnight" and a heartfelt "In A Sentimental Mood." A tender and graceful "Autumn Leaves" is intimately backed by saxophonist Kim Richmond and his band.

In all, there are fourteen beautiful renditions of timeless classics. Douye's first jazz record is substantial. Her phrasing, voice, and passion are remarkably moving and expressive. She embodies the full jazz songstress catalog.

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