Search - Peter Grant :: New Vintage

Watch His Star Rise

spacefan | Singapore, Southeast Asia | 09/29/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Peter Grant may be only 18, but his talent extends far beyond his tender years, and is a force to be reckoned with.



My CD collection ranges from Michael Buble to Jamie Cullum to Peter Cincotti, and I'm familiar with many of the original versions of the songs covered on New Vintage. In spite of this, I was completely blown away by what I heard, and haven't taken the album out of my player since purchasing it a week ago.



Every track, in my opinion, is a gem. From epic ballads like Walk Away and Joanna to big band numbers like Best Is Yet To Come and I Saw Her Standing There, and sizzlers like Spooky and Girl From Ipanema -- there's something for everyone, delivered with vocal perfection.



But lest you think Peter lacks versatility, rest assured that he is fully capable of swinging effortlessly from belting high notes to growling in the lower registers. He delivers angst and passion when required, adds a touch of cheekiness at appropriate moments, and is absolutely brilliant with the big band ( pacing well with the orchestra yet holding back just a little with relaxed confidence ).



His voice is just wonderful, with a lush tenor vibrato that never falters even when under extreme stress. The maturity of his tone is remarkable considering his age. I can only imagine how spectacular he'll sound once he hits his 20s.



My favourite track at the moment is The More I See You, which I've heard Michael Buble cover with a big band. Peter opts for an uptempo cha-cha, which works beautifully and has me pushing the 'repeat' button non-stop.



If you love New Vintage, then spread the word! Peter Grant is the next jazz wunderkind and is poised to take the world by storm.

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A Fantastic CD

music buff | Arlington, Virginia | 06/27/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"As a Brit living in the US I was not familiar with Peter Grant. As a member of the Sinatra Music Society UK I noticed mention of this young singer in their "Perfectly Frank" newsletter. My son told me of his climb in the UK charts so on his advice I purchased a copy of "New Vintage" in an HMV store. To say that I was completely bowled over is an understatement. I have played this disc over and over upon my return to the States. "Joanna" is simply gorgeous and I am bombarding my American friends with it. I also love "The More I see you", "You're the First, the Last, my Everything", "On Days Like THese" the arrangements are superb. In fact I love the whole album - please buy it - you will love it and not be disappointed.Barbara Pearson, Arlington, VA."

Stunning

Jeyabaalen | asia | 07/17/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is a delightful record. The selections were chosen with care. It was Peter Grant's voice and his deliverance that made me fall off my chair. He has a beautiful voice and express the diction with clarity. Pity though because he is British and not from North America. Cast aside clones like Michael Buble, Steve Tyrell, Rod Stewart( Ugh!!!!) and their like fodder. This is the real thing if you like good music.



Will someone from the US listen to him and give him the exposure that he deserves? Music listeners from all over the world are starving for good music. This CD together with Smokey Robinson's last recording stand tall above the rest of the muzak.



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