P
R E S S A Song of You is an album to be savoured by all and enjoyed all
year around. You would really need to be a mean hearted curmudgeon
to not like this album. Extremely highly recommended. The dreamy swing of her musical partners creates a kind of lush
Bossa-vibe nestling comfortably in between 60s French arthouse
cinema and the unreal vibe of a cocktail party hosted by David
Lynch on Mullholland Drive. Irene, meanwhile, excels in a cool
eroticism that would make the captain of a cruise ship stop in
his tracks and forget all about the steering wheel in the middle
of a field of icebergs. Her second album (A Song of You) is a no-frills
effort which is about nothing but songs, voice and subtle craftsmanship
- and that makes it a strangely compelling proposition for all
those looking for a truly independent alternative to the mainstream
canon. Irene and Her Latin Jazz Band's sophomore album titled A SONG
OF YOU is an instant winner. What makes this album so appealing
is the fusion of Irene's soft smoothing voice with the dynamics
of the Latin rhythmic flavor of the rest of the band. Irene's voice
blends nicely with the various instruments that can be heard throughout
this album. What is also appealing about A SONG OF YOU is its ability
to incorporate different genres of music into heavenly melodious
tunes. Go out and buy this CD already. You will not be disappointed! Very
international and cosmopolitan. Irene’s voice is not
powerful or overbearing, but fairly soft and sweet. An aura of
happiness comes through as if there is nothing should rather be
doing than singing these songs. The band is fairly subdued behind
her, but they get little moments to shine, and when their turns
come, you can tell they have talent. This is very pleasant stuff.
I recommend it (A Song of You) for anyone who likes smooth jazz
vocals with a little international flavor mixed with it. This music really impresses me, and sounds fresh and renewing.
Irene, you make me long for Brazil. You sound terrific. So I close
my eyes and float away. A genuine sonic pleasure trip, Irene's band will capture you in its floating and gently swaying Latin rhythms and tasty jazz shadings. The title track (A Song of You) represented the essence of the CD for me, and turned out to be my favorite on the album, especially when the keyboards by guest artist Rique Pantoja kicked in. Irene's vocals are spirited and full of life on all 14 tracks
and will provide enjoyable listening for many years to come. I
give this a HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for any and all who love to listen
to jazz that can transport you to another era instantly. |
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