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Such Sweet Thunder
Lorraine Feather
Such Sweet Thunder
Genres: Jazz, Pop
 
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All Artists: Lorraine Feather
Title: Such Sweet Thunder
Members Wishing: 1
Total Copies: 0
Label: Sanctuary
Release Date: 2/15/2005
Genres: Jazz, Pop
Styles: Vocal Jazz, Vocal Pop
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPCs: 021823410425, 060768635326, 021828635328

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"Music of Duke Ellington Orchestra ~ Lorraine Feather"
J. Lovins | Missouri-USA | 04/20/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)

"Many of us are fans of Duke Ellington, but this release from Sanctuary Records featuring the talents of Lorriane Feather "Such Sweet Thunder", gives the music another level of spectrum within a host of less known themes from the "Duke" ~ swinging, haunting and mesmerizing performances abound without so much as a flinch from the band, backup vocals and solos are the trimmings ~ bringing together an outstanding array of musicians, being inspired by one another, plus having fun ~ solo work and lyrics by Feather is a dream of creativity, she's clearly a world class act from start to finish ~ originality is pure and so refreshing, keep them coming Lorraine.Possibly one of the best contemporary Jazz vocal albums via Ellington ever recorded ~ captures all the essence of both musical styles and is a perfect entree to the Jazz genre. Wonderful original arrangements by Morgan Ames (vocal - background & vocal arrangements), Shelly Berg (rhythm arrangements), Bill Elliott Swing Orchestra (horn arrangements),Russell Ferrante (bass, piano & rhythm arrangements), Mike Lang (piano arrangements), Lorraine Feather (vocal/rhythm arrangements) ~ each track sends vibes, feel the impact from each member and the integral artistic success, dynamics trip in and out with every musician having a blast, with all the ingredients from Ellington and Feather cooking up a tasty dish for all us fans of Jazz!Entire album is a stand out ~ "A PEACEFUL KINGDOM", "ANTARCTICA", "BACKWATER TOWN", "CAN I CALL YOU SUGAR", "IMAGINARY GUY", "LOVELY CREATURES", "MIGHTY LIKE THE BLUES", "THE 101", "RHYTHM, GO 'WAY", "SEPTEMBER RAIN", "TENACITY" ~ while building on Feather's original style, Lorraine pays tribute to the late great Ellington ~ this is certainly a keeper to add to your ever growing collection ~ this is Jazz at its finest hour...gotta love it! Total Time: 44:08 on 11 Tracks ~ Sanctuary Records 86353 ~ (3/23/2004)"
BRILLIANT!!!
J. Lovins | 03/31/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)

"Hold onto your hats - we're heading down the 101!!! This new CD from Lorraine Feather has to be the slickest recipe ever created: one part nostalgia (Ellington's tunes and rhythms), one part SMOKIN' new, hip arrangements of same, one part modern lingo and sensibility, a splatter of patter, a dash of psychological insight, and a sweet-crisp crust topped with a dollop of whipped cream. Who'd have guessed that Thunder could be baked up in a pie? Lorraine's reinterpretations of these old chestnuts are inspired, humorous and filled with compassion for the human condition. The musicians are fabulous, the recording is impeccable, and Lorraine's singing is glorious. Treat yourself to a HUGE slice of this perfect confection!"
Such Sweet Lorraine
johnr1note | Tinley Park, IL United States | 06/08/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is my first foray into Ms. Feather's solo efforts. Of course, I'm quite familiar with her father's work as a jazz critic, and years ago I enjoyed her work with a vocal trio called "Full Swing," which also featured Mel Torme's son Steve March and Charlotte Crossley, one of Bette Midler's backup singers.



I can't praise this material enough. Just like Ellington, there's a subtle, nuanced sophistication to Feather's lyrics. This isn't the same as "Vocalese," the concept of putting lyrics to not only the melody but the improvised solos of jazz greats, which Lambertss, Kendricks and Ross and later on the Manhatten Transfer were so good at. Lorraine isn't trying to be THAT clever -- yet, the result is so intellectually stimulating, and satisfying. Its as if these formerly "just instrumental" tunes were meant to have just these lyrics.



Lorraine's voice is a jewel too. Its a plain, unadorned sound, very effortless, not showy, but very emotional and musical. The arrangements are simple and tastefull.



The themes of the songs are poignant as well, and seem to touch themes not usually explored in popular music. My pesonal favorites are the opening track "101," "Imaginary Guy," and "Backwater Town," but for an eclectic blend of a great melody, tasteful arrangement, and lyrics that really make you think, you can't beat "Antarctica." A song that tries to conceptually take you into the mind of a woman living on what is ostensibly a science base at the South Pole while carrying on a relationship -- that's poetry. The final selection, a setting of a tune written by her late father, is especially sweet when you understand the connection.



Lorraine Feather, and this recording, proves that she is more than a singer, but a real jazz artist. If I could give it 6 stars, I would have."