Dee Daniels - State of the Art (CD)

State of the Art is not only singer Dee Daniel's debut leader date for Criss Cross, but the label's first-ever release by a vocalist after three decades and hundreds of recordings by Jazz' best and brightest. It's a worthy addition-the Seattle-born vocalist, who sang two numbers on Wycliffe Gordon's recent Criss Cross date the intimate Ellington, brings her richly textured multi-octave voice, instrumentally-flexible phrasing, and keen interpretative abilities to a program comprising 13 gems from various corners of the American Songbook. Enhancing the swinging, soulful, old-master flavor and 21st century feel are tenor saxophonist Eric Alexander, who contributes apropos testifying solos and obligatos throughout, and a synchronously grooving rhythm section with pianist Cyrus Chestnut, bassist Paul Beaudry, and drummer Alvester Garnett.

Track List:

Disc: 1

1. Almost Like Being in Love
2. Cherokee
3. I Wonder Where Our Love Has Gone
4. He Was Too Good to Me
5. I've Got You Under My Skin
6. Night and Day
7. I Let a Song Go Out of My Heart
8. Willow Weep for Me
9. Why Did I Choose You
10. Summer Wind
11. Lover Man
12. How High the Moon