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Michelle Walker
Slow Down
Genres: Jazz, R&B

Track Listings (15) - Disc #1
1. Nature Boy
2. Be My Baby
3. Pennies From Heaven
4. East of the Sun
5. The Very Thought of You
6. Sometimes I'm Happy
7. Summertime
8. Straighten Up and Fly Right
9. Kiss of Life
10. Daddy
11. Slow down
12. Your Song
13. Time After Time
14. Crazy He Calls Me
15. On the Sunny Side of the Street

CD Details

All Artists: Michelle Walker
Title: Slow Down
Members Wishing: 0
Total Copies: 0
Label: JGP Records
Original Release Date: 12/1/2001
Re-Release Date: 12/4/2001
Genres: Jazz, R&B
Style: Vocal Jazz
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 656613541623

Synopsis

Product Description

Her arrangements of straight-ahead standards and contemporary pop tunes blend genres effortlessly and with a fresh level of originality that is solidifying her own distinctive sound. Dave Nathan at AllAboutJazz.com says, Walker demonstrates an extraordinary degree of musicality. Michelle is often compared to Cassandra Wilson, Nina Simone and Betty Carter in style and tone. Based in New York City, Michelle Walker is a versatile singer blessed with a beautifully distinctive voice. This charismatic jazz vocalist uses an artful blend of blues, bebop, swing and soul that provides a musical playground for her and her band mates. With playful rhythmic expressiveness, Walker brings a level of sophisticated musicality to her lyrical phrasing that reveals her appreciation for mentor Mark Murphy. Yet, it is in her live performances where you hear the influences of Carter, Simone and Wilson. All seem to have provided her with a musical foundation but her study of them does not seem to have skewed her journey to find a singular voice.

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CD Reviews

The Washington Post Loves Michelle's Debut CD "Slow Down"

01/17/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

""Slow Down" seems an especially apt title for jazz vocalist Michelle Walker's new recording. In fact, given the CD's seductive charms and frequently relaxing pulse, "Slow Down" is more than a title, it's an invitation that's hard to resist.
[Go to the site to read the full music review by Mike Joyce.}"

This is what great Jazz is supposed to sound like.........

12/18/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This CD is a example of what made jazz so inviting, popular and great to listen to in the first place. The sounds of this artist will move you in the deepest way. It will lift your sprits and/or relax you --depending on the song and your mood. The cuts are familiar yet the twist of style makes them new again. Just can't say enough about it....Look out diana Krall......."

Gold Dust at My Feet

agilicairn | Richmond, VA USA | 07/24/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I certainly made it to the sunny side of the street when I chanced to hear Michelle Walker this past weekend. What a wonderful voice she has, equally at home interpreting classic favorites and contemporary numbers. And let's not forget the wonderful players she has backing her up -- the bass and guitar work are wonderful, as is the pianist. I got her CD on the spot, one for myself and one to give to a friend.Do yourself a favor, and get this CD. We have a wonderful "new" jazz artist to treasure!"