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CECILE MCLORIN SALVANT ~ OH SNAP NONESUCH 075597895513 (Barcode: 075597895513) ~ USA ~ Jazz Recorded: 2024 Released: 2025 This is the 8th album by American Jazz vocalist Cecile McLorin SalvantFind albums by this artist. She is accompanied by keyboardist Sullivan FortnerFind albums by this artist, bassist Yasushi NakamuraFind albums by this artist and drummer Kyle PooleFind albums by this artist. A couple of tracks are solo vocals. The album presents thirteen tracks, eleven of which are originals by Salvant, one is a traditional song and one is a Pop song by the CommodoresFind albums by this artist. The total playing time of the album is just over half an hour, which I consider a questionable value for money? The album marks a continuation of the trend to sing more of her original material, rather than interpret material by others. However, I have some reservations about the industrial / harsh ambience and weird recording technique employed – hopefully this is just a passing phase and she will snap (no pun intended) out of it soon. The music is, not surprisingly, still gorgeous, offering interesting original compositions, brilliantly sung by Salvant, who is amicably and intelligently accompanied by the excellent instrumentalists. She employs the full range of her extraordinary sensibilities and highly aesthetic approach to Jazz vocals. Since her appearance on the scene in 2010, she managed to secure a position of one of the leading contemporary American Jazz vocalists. Her French upbringing and education adds the European Culture element, which sets her apart from most other American Jazz Artists. Overall, this is an excellent vocal Jazz album by one of its best American representatives on the contemporary vocal Jazz scene, who constantly keeps developing her Art. Like all of her albums, it is a no brainer for every Jazz lover, especially those who enjoy female vocals recordings. Wholeheartedly recommended!

Updated: 03/06/2026Posted: 03/06/2026

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