It seems the timing was just right for Catherine Russell’s third KNKX studio session. Her new album, Alone Together, had risen to the top of the jazz charts. Also, the just-ended fund drive had all of us in the mood to celebrate.
The new release is another charming collection of older songs, a few jazz standards and a few songs most folks have never heard before. Including “You Can’t Pull the Wool Over My Eyes,” “I Wonder” and “Is You Is Or Is You Ain’t My Baby,” I thought the connecting line perhaps was a search for truth and human connection. Catherine told me she’s happy to let the listener make whatever connection they like, she’s just singing great music.
Musicians:
Catherine Russell - vocals
Matt Munisteri - guitar
Mark Shane - piano
Tal Ronen - bass
Audio:
John Kessler
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