DIANNE REEVES

When You Know

2008-04-23

One of the great female jazz vocalists of today, Dianne Reeves was unfortunately talked into a watered down, "crossover" set of songs this time around. Just the appearance of Minnie Ripperton's excruciating "Lovin' You" ought to make listeners run for the radio dial. There's a lot here that's disappointing and this from a reviewer that's usually an easy mark for jazz vocalists. The album is saved (barely) by the last three selections, which display both Dianne's vocal excellence and a well-crafted song. Let's hope she exchanges Minnie for something closer to Miles for her next set. 04/08 MJVD J-Contemporary

Quick Links:

More reviews tagged #Jazz

  • reviewed 03/2008

    Lizz Wright
    The Orchard

  • reviewed 11/2015

    Josh Berman Trio
    A Dance And A Hop

  • reviewed 08/2017

    Michael Gamble And The Rhythm Serenaders
    Get Rhythm In Your Feet

  • reviewed 02/2010

    OUT TO LUNCH
    Melvin's Rockpile

  • reviewed 04/2014

    SEAN SULLIVAN
    Hereafter

  • reviewed 02/2008

    THE MATT SAVAGE TRIO
    Hot Ticket

Compiled by the WYCE Journalism Club

The opinions expressed in these reviews are those of the individual volunteers that submitted the article and do not necessarily reflect the views of WYCE or GRCMC; nor its staff, donors, or affiliates.