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Title: SMOOTH JAZZSTER JULIE LAVENDER SINGS FROM HEART
Review: NEVER FELT THE SUN is the second album by jazz singer and songwriter JULIE LAVENDER. Lavender is joined on the recording by special guests that include legendary Broadway and film composer Hugh Martin (Meet Me In St. Louis, Ziegfeld Follies), jazz virtuoso flutist Hubert Laws, acclaimed acoustic guitarist Peter Sprague and several more top smooth-jazz session musicians who are recording artists in their own right. Julie co-produced the recording with longtime musical associate (and keyboardist-saxophonist) Kamau Kenyatta (Patti Austin, Earl Klugh).Julie blends smooth-jazz stylings with hints of traditional jazz, a bit of the introspection of vocal new age, touches of classical music, and the occasional feel and phrasing of Broadway showtune singing. The first seven tunes are originals.Lavender has a very pleasant, gentle and wistful voice that is perfect for pouring out her heartfelt messages. The three covers work well too.
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