Yvonne Roome

New York vocalist Yvonne Roome pays homage to American standards on new CD

Source: Lauren Rogers
January 15, 2011

Born in Sweden but firmly embedded in New York, vocalist Yvonne Roome has released more than eight albums of sophisticated vintage jazz, drawing upon American, European, and Latin influences that span generations. Her latest album, the wittily titled Roome for All, is an electrifying, life-affirming album recorded live in front of an enthusiastic crowd. Featuring the backing band Trio Balula Cid—pianist Joao Balula Cid, bassist Vasco Sousa, and drummer Urbano Oliveira—Roome for All is a collection of American jazz standards ...
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