Customer Reviews

Live At Deanna's

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Very nice album with great quality. The first time I have heard her work and am very pleased.

This is the title I recommend for people who are ready to move beyond the fluffy "jazz vocals" of Diana Krall or Jamie Cullum. Deanna Kirk actually sings in a jazz style, approaching lyrics by way of early Peggy Lee. She just sounds like she's having a blast performing in her club, and the feeling is infectuous. I also give this cd extra points for bringing in the "rock" standards Who Knows Where The Time Goes (Sandy Denny/Fairport Convention) and Suzanne (Leonard Cohen).

It's not experimental or "jump" as, say, Patricia Barber, but I haven't heard any other modern singer that's following the traditional female vocal path. Also recommended if you like Fiona Apple's take on pop singing.

I love singers. its rare to find a new, interesting, swinging voice out there these days. they all sound alike...or worse: fake. not this lady. she's for real. can cook with the best! put this on your must list. it's good!

This is Deanna's first album which was recorded at her now defunct jazz club in New York. This was done before she sold out to make two albums of contemporary garbage. Deanna's intonation and time are always terrific. Her sense of humor makes even the corniest song hip. Although the recording quality is a bit below acceptable, this album gives the listener a feel of Deanna's old club, where I spent many hours listening to her.