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Nikki Giron, Heart Behind Bars [Photo Credit: Giron]

Nikki Giron, Heart Behind Bars | Album Review

Rising singer-songwriter and alto saxophonist Nikki Giron successfully showcases her promise, and her ‘oldies’ influence on her EP, ‘Heart Behind Bars.’

By the musical hype, 7 yearsMarch 8, 2019 ago

Lindsey Webster, Love Inside © Shanachie

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Lindsey Webster, Love Inside | Album Review

Gifted contemporary jazz singer/songwriter Lindsey Webster returns with a stellar sophomore album for Shanachie Records, ‘Love Inside.’

By the musical hype, 8 yearsMarch 28, 2018 ago

George Benson, Inspiration - A Tribute to Nat King Cole © Concord

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George Benson, Inspiration – A Tribute to Nat King Cole | Album Review

George Benson sounds nowhere near 70 on his latest studio album, ‘Inspiration – A Tribute to Nat King Cole.’ ‘Inspiration’ is consistent from top the bottom.

By brent80, 13 yearsJune 9, 2013 ago