Zoe Gilby

Bio:

Zoë Gilby is a young jazz vocalist that has been making a real impression on the jazz scene today. A constantly expanding repertoire that starts with her superb interpretations of “The Great American Songbook” but also encompasses a wide range of more contemporary material. Influences include Carmen McRae, Nancy Wilson, Sheila Jordan and Roberta Gambarini to name but a few.
Zoë is well deserving of the respect that she has been receiving from many leading jazz musicians and publications.

Performing at prominent venues including Ronnie Scott’s, Wakefield Jazz Club, Fleece Jazz, Spice Jazz and at international jazz festivals in Cork, Derry, Gateshead, Glasgow, Keswick, Lichfield, Southport and Marsden.

Zoë is now making a name for herself by branching out, performing at other prestigious jazz venues and festivals across the UK. Including a forthcoming album launch UK tour in Oct 2010 thanks to Jazz Services Touring Support Scheme.

In Spring 2010 Zoë recorded “Looking Glass” on the jazzaction label. Featuring her quintet that Zoë tours the UK with. The composers range from Ellington to Tom Waits to originals from Zoë and Andy Champion. This is “The Great American Songbook” and beyond ……

In Jan 2007, Zoë recorded her debut album 'Now That I am Real' with arrangements by the renowned drummer Tony Faulkner. This album has received radio play from Courtney Pine’s Jazz Crusade on BBC Radio 2, Spain, UK, Australia, U.S.A, Belgium, and France and from BBC Radio Ulster in Northern Ireland

Both albums are now available by email
zoegilby@gmail.com
or iTunes.

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"Jazz has always been a part of my life. I have had this passion passed on to me from my father, Mike Gilby who worked professionally as a jazz trumpet player and arranger for over 40 years. His influence has played a huge part and continues to do so"

"Deserves wider recognition and a major record deal. An excellent CD." Courtney Pine BBC Radio 2

"Sparkling debut by an exuberant singer whose lively personality comes across on every track. Sheer enjoyment throughout."
Jazz UK Magazine

"A wonderful CD"
Sheila Jordan

"She has the bluesy versatile voice and jazz chops of a future star - and the redheaded personality and looks to go with that"
Wakefield Jazz Club

"Modern, mature... swings like a bell."
Carol Kidd MBE

"Her new CD is a one that will surely see her move into the first division of jazz singers"
Schmazz @ The Cluny

"An impressive performance from a sophisticated young singer. Her voice has real character. Powerfully sultry and expertly handled"
Jazz Journal International

"A wide vocal range, warm timbre and clear diction which she uses skillfully to unveil her moods. It's clear that she's already found her own voice."
All About Jazz USA

"A swinging album I'll be proud to play to anyone."
Fionna Duncan

"Talent, skill and a beautiful voice."
Mod Radio MADRID

Member Since:

May 13, 2006

Members:

'Looking Glass'

Zoe Gilby: Vocals
Noel Dennis: Trumpet/Flugel
Mark Williams: Guitar
Andy Champion: Double Bass
Richard Brown: Drums

'Now That I Am Real'

Zoe Gilby: Vocals
Graham Hearne: Piano
Russell Pearson: Bass
Tony Faulkner: Drums/Arrangements
Ernie Jackson: Percussion
Russell van den Berg: Saxophone
Mike Carton & Andy Hillier: Trombones
Graham Hardy: Trumpet/Flugel

Influences:

Sarah Vaughan, Billie Holliday, Art Blakey, Nancy Wilson, Mike Gilby, Dinah Washington, Dexter Gordon, Ray Charles, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Duke Ellington, Carmen McRae, Wes Montgomery, Rebecca Parris, Roberta Gambarini, Chet Baker, Mingus, Julie London, Anita Wardell, Dave Brubeck, Roseanna Vitro, Mel Torme, Count Basie, Jill Scott, Carol Kidd, Chris McNulty, Coltrane, Ruby Carter, Cassandra Wilson, Stan Kenton, Anita O'Day, Minnie Ripperton, Ben Webster, Marlena Shaw, Tina May and many many more

Sounds Like:

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Record Label:

jazzaction