All of the these little things we do, that I do, to make sure everything goes smoothly - you can bet your bottom dollar that something will go wrong.
The above philosophy is the theme behind this collection of originals, commissioned by the Jazz Gallery and composed by NYC based singer/songwriter Vanisha Gould.
The words are perceptive, a mix of humour and pathos written by someone who's been there and back and survived - sometimes, not often, to advantage.
I've been there, you've been there, everybody's been there - it's one of life's inescapable facts.
Vanisha Gould conveys the themes with a laconic Sophie Tucker, Pearl Bailey-like delivery. The lyrics, whilst indisputably Gould's, do, on occasion, have a distant suggestion of Joni Mitchell, Tom Waits or even Blossom Dearie. Whatever, they're tailor-made for today, yesterday and tomorrow.
The actual melodies are equally attractive and helped along by a swinging trio. Solos from piano and bass with fitting fills from drums make for an album of poetic lyricism.
Release date isn't until November 11 however, it can be pre-ordered via Bandcamp (link below), with a couple of samples to whet the appetite. Check it out. Lance
She's Not Shiny, She's Not Smooth: Demure; Real Estate Agent Love Song; Cute Boy; Get Out of my Way; Just a Man; Oh My Dear Friends; Now That You're Here; Donovan; Don't Worry Bout me; New Dance
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