You're listening to my new cd "Hey, Daddy!" with Jeff Haskel on Piano, Ed Delucia on guitar, Scott Black on Bass, Fred Hayes on drums, Greg Armstrong on Sax and Clarinet, Rob Boone on Trombone, Martin Patfield on Trumpet and Flugal horn, Christine Vivona on harp and members of the Tucson Symphony Orchestra.
Influences
Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, Carmen McCrae, Sarah Vaughn, Julie London
Indiecharts.com has ranked "Hey, Daddy!" as 1 in the charts since 10/15/2007 and it's still holding that position as of the New Year check it out
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Indie-Music.com has chosen "Hey Daddy!" as one of the Top 25 Indie Releases of 2007. Here's a link to the article:
http://www.indie-music.com/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=6818
Cd Review:
Julie Anne
CHUCK GRAHAM
Published: 09.13.2007
"Hey, Daddy!" (Julie Anne's Jazz, LLC)
One of the Baked Apple's newest songbirds releases her own self-produced first album, made with some of Tucson's finest musicians led by musical director, conductor and pianist Jeff Haskell. In the band are Ed Delucia, guitar; Scott Black, bass; Fred Hayes, drums; and a horn section of Greg Armstrong, reeds; Martin Patfield, trumpet/flugelhorn; and Rob Boone, trombone. There is a 13-piece string section, as well.
The song list is just as classy, including the titles "Bewitched," "Cry Me A River," "Gee, Baby, Ain't I Good To You" and my favorite blues tune for gated communities, "Guess Who I Saw Today."
Julie Anne sings with an uncanny sense of that old school cool which made jazz the ultimate hipster language of Cold War survivors, back when both sides kept their nuclear weapons of mass destruction at the ready. These days, when the government thinks suspected terrorists are lurking around every airport security checkpoint, it's good to know singers like Julie Anne are ready to serve in the pop culture service of helping keep us alert under fire. Her phrasing and intonation are the equal of any martini.
Open to a new page of your bartender's guide and slip this CD into the mix. In no time at all, you'll be ready for anything.
style: CLASSIC JAZZ
grade: A
Another CD Review:
Reviews: Julie Anne ~ Hey Daddy!
Posted on Saturday, November 03, 2007 @ 14:45:21 EDT
Artist: Julie Anne
CD: Hey Daddy!
Home: Tucson, Arizona
Style: Jazz
Quote: "As a fan of classic big band jazz greats, such as Ella Fitzgerald and Duke Ellington, I honestly must say that I don’t expect a lot from current artists who attempt to perform the classics. But Julie Anne is someone that is a wonderful surprise."
By Denise Squier crosswind@crosswindmusic.net
As a fan of classic big band jazz greats, such as Ella Fitzgerald and Duke Ellington, I honestly must say that I don’t expect a lot from current artists who attempt to perform the classics. But Julie Anne is someone that is a wonderful surprise. This CD Hey, Daddy! is an excellent rendition of great classic jazz tunes -- great vocals, wonderful instrumentation, and strong band arrangements.
When “Daddy” (Track 1) began, true to the classic big band sound -- none of those synthesized orchestras with jazz wanabes -- I was hooked. Then Julie Anne began singing the Duke Ellington classic “I Got it Bad and That Ain’t Good” (one of my favorites) and, she nailed it too. Then Track 3 began; this was her twist on the Ray Charles song “Hallelujah, I Love Her So”, which now became “Hallelujah, I Love Him So”. This track is my favorite on the CD -- nice tempo, nice feel, and nice change from the other more ‘ballad-like’ tunes on the project. Honestly, I couldn’t find anything critical to say about the vocals.
On another note: I must mention the instrumentation separate from the vocals. The vocals were awesome and the instrumentation was as good if not better than the vocals. Jeff Haskell on the piano was solid throughout the entire CD (since I play piano, I always seem to notice that instrument -- good or bad). But, one performance stood out during Track 7: the soulful trumpet. Martin Patfield, I take my hat off to you. Great use of your mute!
This project is reminiscent of the great days of big band jazz. And, if this is any sign about how good this CD is, I will definitely add this project to my iPod.
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"Julie Anne has the natural instincts of a jazz singer. Her phrasing, tone control and intonation are straight from the heart of American music. The way she turns a phrase, bends the inflection of a word, pauses here, extends a note there gives every song an intimacy."
Chuck Graham, Tucson Citizen .........
Julie Anne is one of a kind. She has not tried to imitate any performer’s style, but she associates in her mind with several different singers that she has listened to over the years such as Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, Julie London and Peggy Lee.
The classic numbers Julie Anne sings have been interpreted many times before. Performing these songs now is Julie Anne’s way of paying tribute to the most distinguished jazz and blues vocalists who have made such an impression on her. The quality of her voice, her unique phrasing and interpretations make Julie Anne one of the top jazz performers in town.
You may have seen Julie Anne at Tucson Jazz Society events such as the Diva’s of Jazz or Tribute to Women in Jazz concerts, “Tucson Swings!” dances, the piano bar at McMahon’s Steak House, Ventana Canyon, Westward Look, Kingfisher, Blue Point, Westward Look, The Gas Light Theatre or any number of other events, conventions or weddings. She sings with just a piano or guitar, a trio, quartet or a full Big Band.
"Ticklin' The Strings" by Sweet Hollywaiians Amazing Japanese hot string band playing 1920's, 30's, 40's style hawaiian, swing, calypso, blues, italian music and originals,featuring vintage instruments.3 songs with Robert Armstrong and Tony Marcus(from Robert Crumb and His Cheap Suit Serenaders)
"The Sweet Hollywaiians have probably the best feel for this 20's music of any string band working today. They manage the rare feat of sounding relaxed even when their playing is hot, are top notch musicians with tasteful arrangements and a full, rich, warm sound.Plus, they have a nice gamut of tunes, from King Nawahi to Giovanni Vicari to Bobby Leecan. See them live, if you can, for an unforgettable experience. If you can't, buy their Cds!" ~ Terry Zwigoff
Hey Daddy! Are you going to the Saffire show on June 16th?? They're coming to the Berger Center for their "Farewell Tour." You should go see them if you are free that evening. I'll be there.
The Tucson Jazz Scciety is honored to be part of your circle of friends! Many thanks for helping us launch the Spring series at St. Phillips Plaza. It's going to be a great year for Jazz in the Old Pueblo.
Hi Julie Ann....thank you for adding me...i think you music is fantastic and i will be back for more!!..don't forget to have a listen to my songs sometime....all the best from Ireland...David
Thanks for the add to our brand new record label BDR Music ! Our first 2 releases "Lojak - Volvic (Featuring an amazing KIM FAI Remix) and also the brilliant 3 track "Lojak EP" are both available on Beatport if you would like to follow the link below !
Weve had support from D Ramirez, Paul Oakenfold, Filthy Rich, Muzikjunki, NTFO, Marco V, Kid Massive, Martijn Ten Velden (MTV), The Good Guys, Mistress De Funk, Gabriel & Castellon, Dave James and more !!!
Your support means so much to us thankyou so much ! Please look out for the next releases, check out our release schedule on our myspace site to see all the bad ass tracks coming out in the next few months !!!! Theyre gonna be BIG !!!!
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Dear Julie Anne, Just dropping by to say hello and to let you know how much I enjoy your music. You have a wonderful voice and really know how to sell a song. I hope that you can play Chicago someday. Here's wishing you a beautiful week and all my best, always, with love. Your Friend, Doug
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