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Denise Mangiardi: On the Brink

by Nicholas F. Mondello
August 7, 2024

Originally from Freeport, Long Island, New York and now residing on the Isle of Wight in the United Kingdom, multi-faceted vocalist, composer, arranger, and engineer, Denise Mangiardi offers On the Brink, her eighth album as leader. Consisting of seven exceptionally well-performed selections with a handful of vivid originals and two classics, this is a masterful effort that is intriguing, enlightening, and a most enjoyable listen. “The Walk" is a lovely light bossa nova that is lushly beautiful. ...