A band of eclectic tastes, mixing Jacques Brel and Peggy Lee with Tom Waites and Leonard Cohen. Songs from many decades of last century, but all with some intrigue in the lyrics, some cleverness in the composition. They're not from Moscow. But drugs do get a mention....
Canadian singer Katya Gorrie's husky, seductive and conversational voice is wonderfully clear and carried on her own instinctive phrasing. She's a compellingly theatrical hostess, a natural storyteller in both spoken and singing voices. Backing her up are four quality musicians on double bass, guitar, piano accordion and trumpet, each bringing their own influences and sensibilities. And, occasionally, sense of mischief. They work well together and all four delivered some thrilling solos, with Jonny Bruce's trumpet playing standing out for it's originality, passion and range, and apparent ability to defy the need to breathe.
A very different jazz experience, and a very enjoyable one.
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