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Bennett's Romance

in Jazz Vocals

21 Feb 12 ANNE FARNSWORTH

You can keep the romance lingering long after Valentine's Day by picking up Tony Bennett’s latest release, Isn’t It Romantic? A compilation of his most heartfelt ballads, recorded on Fantasy and his own label, Improv, it contains classic tracks recorded with Ruby Braff and the highly acclaimed duets with pianist Bill Evans....  MORE

Stefan Grossman

Staying Power

15 Feb 12 DAVID SHANNON on R&B, Blues, Soul & STAX

Name another group that's held together as long as The Dells, another band that has for the most part maintained its lineup throughout a nearly 50-year career, another act that has logged hit singles in the 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s, and stayed true to its musical roots long enough to continue recording slick, soulful R&B into the 2000s. Aside from possibly the Isley Brothers, The Dells stand as the shining example of the power of cohesion in a vocal group, and the band's unity is in full effect on their 2000 recording, Reminiscing, on the Fantasy label Volt....  MORE

Congrats To Our Grammy Winners

13 Feb 12 DAVID VIENNA on Voices At-Large

This year's Grammy telecast was amazing and on the special night Concord Music Group artists and releases won seven awards in a range of categories. The show included two remarkable performances by Hear Music recording artist Paul McCartney, including “My Valentine” from his just released, new album Kisses On The Bottom. Congratulations to everyone who was honored and thanks to all who voted....  MORE