“Here’s a double-disc collection by a contemporary jazz vocalist that not only warrants its length, it leaves you wanting more...Carter can cast a spell with her lyrics alone..."
— Mike Joyce, Washington Post
With her remarkable twin disc recording, "Feather/Step Lightly", Felicia Carter gives an affectionate nod to the double vinyl LP. The double CD format allows Carter to defy songwriting genres on "Feather", while showcasing her finesse with traditional jazz and original blues on "Step Lightly". The album features a dynamic, all-star rhythm section of Carter’s jazz fellows; pianist Bob Butta, bassist Amy Shook, drummer Frank Russo, and guitarist Donato Soviero. Providing additional instrumentation are special guest players on harp, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, as well as Carter’s own layered vocal harmonies for selected tracks. Engineered by Rob Byers, the majority of the recording was completed without instrumental isolation for a cohesive, live feel. The "Feather/Step Lightly" sessions took place in early 2007 at NPR Studios in Washington DC.
“On her fantastic double album, "Feather/Step Lively", singer Felicia Carter shows a deft traditional-jazz touch without any staid wax-museum purism. Whether on her originals or on standards...she swings her pouting, crystalline vocals in a fresh flow. "
-Philadelphia Inquirer
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