Music Review ~ Patti Austin does Jagger, MJ, Withers, Sinatra and...Depeche Mode?

"If you are going to be an artist, you cannot expect to be understood...so, be who you are and let the chips fall where they may." - Patti Austin, 2011

Patti Austin "Sound Advice"Were you anticipating vocalist Patti Austin delving deeper into the classical jazz world for her latest musical project? Well, I believe that you are going to be surprised by what she is offering this time around.

Are you a jazz snob? You're probably not going to appreciate this new song set because there isn't any "classical jazz" (the Ella, Duke Ellington, Count Basie vibe) in it.

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Six for Sunday - 6 Artists Influenced by Wes Montgomery

When I was making a decision on which videos to include in yesterday's Seven for Saturday: Wes Montgomery, I came across musicians who stated that they were influenced by his style and technique.  I thought that it would be cool to see some of their videos. Can you readily hear Wes Montgomery's  influence?

Take a listen - I think that you will be pleasantly surprised.

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