| 1. Body And Soul |
| 2. Just Friends |
| 3. Quiet Nights |
| 4. Embraceable You |
| 5. I Didn't Know What Time It Was |
| 6. Lush Life |
| 7. On A Clear Day |
| 8. Laura |
| 9. Blame It On My Youth |
Editorial Reviews
Grammy Nominated Larry Dunlap, July 12, 2003; cited on bluesilkrecords.com
A warm and luscious voice ... a careful craftsman with a lot of heart.
Product Description
In his debut release, John Houghton displays a rare gift for blending the style of 1940s classic standard song with a contemporary lyric interpretation, hinting at Harry Connick Jr., Diana Krall and Nat King Cole. Houghton’s singing, combined with the masterful arrangements of Grammy nominated Larry Dunlap, bring to new life the songs of George and Ira Gershwin, Rogers and Hart, Antonio Carlos Jobim and others. Emphasis is on the subject of love which is inspired by a refined and pure vocal delivery that shines especially on ballads such as "Embraceable You" and Oscar Levant’s "Blame It On My Youth." A contrasting vocal delivery is heard on Jobim's "Corcovado" as Houghton sings in a meaningful, rich whisper-like tone. For those that like swing, Klenner’s "Just Friends" delivers a hopping swing and melodic improvisation. Houghton’s voice is ably supported by pianist Larry Dunlap, bassist Dan Feiszli, and world renowned drummer Akira Tana.
Body And Soul
A warm and luscious voice ... a careful craftsman with a lot of heart.
Product Description
In his debut release, John Houghton displays a rare gift for blending the style of 1940s classic standard song with a contemporary lyric interpretation, hinting at Harry Connick Jr., Diana Krall and Nat King Cole. Houghton’s singing, combined with the masterful arrangements of Grammy nominated Larry Dunlap, bring to new life the songs of George and Ira Gershwin, Rogers and Hart, Antonio Carlos Jobim and others. Emphasis is on the subject of love which is inspired by a refined and pure vocal delivery that shines especially on ballads such as "Embraceable You" and Oscar Levant’s "Blame It On My Youth." A contrasting vocal delivery is heard on Jobim's "Corcovado" as Houghton sings in a meaningful, rich whisper-like tone. For those that like swing, Klenner’s "Just Friends" delivers a hopping swing and melodic improvisation. Houghton’s voice is ably supported by pianist Larry Dunlap, bassist Dan Feiszli, and world renowned drummer Akira Tana.
Body And Soul
Body And Soul,John Houghton,Blue Silk Records
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