| Total: 12 Songs |
Album Review
Kelley Johnson is a veteran vocalist with an expressive alto who is willing to give a fresh sound to familiar songs while also tackling overlooked gems. Utilizing two different pianists including the brilliant Geoff Keezer (who has been very effective with singers) and the underrated John Hansen, two different bassists (Nathan Peck or Paul Gabrielson), and three drummers (Matt Jorgenseen, Jon Wikan, and Julian MacDonough), plus brass and reedman Jay Thomas as a guest on three tracks, Johnson has put together a delightful set. Her own arrangement of Abbey Lincoln's infrequently performed "Should've Been" has shades of Carmen McRae, while her medley of the show tune "Wouldn't It Be Loverly" (from My Fair Lady) and Lincoln's "Living Room" is very playful. "Moon River" has been recorded so often that it is in danger of overexposure, though the colorful backgrounds arranged by Wikan and Ingrid Jensen bring new life to this old chestnut. Johnson also proves her merit as a songwriter, penning or co-writing three songs, highlighted by her expressive, bluesy "Home."
Customer Reviews
Beautiful album and person (inside and out)
Kelley has an enchanting voice and is one of the greatest modern day female jazz vocalists. I've been fortunate to interact with Kelley in her time spent teaching music lessons to budding musicians. The powerful duo that is Kelly Johnson and John Hansen make this album a must buy. Sorry I missed the album release party, Kelley!
Biography
Born: June 20, 1958 in Milwaukee, WI
Genre: Jazz
Years Active: '80s, '90s, '00s
Top Albums and Songs By Kelley Johnson
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Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? | Music Is the Magic | 7:37 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Lucky to Be Me | Music Is the Magic | 4:54 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Moon and Sand | Music Is the Magic | 4:20 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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What the World Needs Now Is Love | Music Is the Magic | 6:42 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Old Devil Moon | Music Is the Magic | 6:13 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Tea for Two | Music Is the Magic | 4:13 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Without a Song | Music Is the Magic | 5:06 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Music Is the Magic | Music Is the Magic | 8:37 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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When Springtime Turns to Fall | Music Is the Magic | 5:37 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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The Tender Trap | Music Is the Magic | 3:19 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
- $9.99
- Genres: Jazz, Music, Vocal, Vocal Jazz
- Released: Jul 03, 2008
- ℗ 2008 Sapphire Records
