Amanda
Cohen’s impressive array of jazz standards are going to be a resounding hit on
jazz airwaves worldwide as her new CD “A New Standard” is released worldwide
through The Jazz Network Worldwide platform.
Amanda
Cohen is not a newcomer to the bright lights of worldwide concert stages. Her
new CD “A New Standard” is a cross-over project that she has dreamt about for
years and its unveiling is an exciting musical adventure. Cohen brings forth
the magic by crooning and belting timeless classic standards with a
contemporary groove with traces of jazz, rhythm and blues embroidered with
flavors of country all with a powerhouse big band weaving a colorful tapestry
around Cohen’s vocals with rich textures and rhythms. The way Amanda approaches
her vocal style on this project is all her own, bringing her signature sound to
a new standard in the belief that this platform will springboard her to
reaching a new generation of listeners.
“I hope I
have created a warm spot in the music that reaches inside and takes you to your
own very special place.” states Amanda.
Cohen pays
homage to the Great Legends in music history. The project features signature
songs by: Frank Sinatra, (Birth of the Blues & That’s Life) Tony Bennett,
(I Left My Heart in San Francisco) Sophie Tucker, (Some Of These Days / After
You’ve Gone) Judy Garland & Al Jolson, (Rock A Bye Your Baby With A Dixie
Melody) Patti Page (Tennessee Waltz) Jane Froman, (With A Song In My Heart and
I Believe) Al Jolson & Jimmy Roselli, (Let Me Sing and I’m Happy).
“A New
Standard” was recorded at the Tracking Room recording studio in Nashville where
artists such as: Barbra Streisand, Willie Nelson, U2, Kenny Chesney, Amy Grant,
Gretchen Wilson, Faith Hill, Taylor Swift and hundreds of others have also
recorded. The world-class masterful ensemble of musicians that backed her quest
are noted as some of the best first-call musicians in Nashville, TN. creating a
wonderful synergy that combined Amanda’s lifetime work as a recording artist
and entertainer.
Producer
Buddy Hyatt, offered his original song “When Does The Hurtin’ Stop” which was
an inevitable collaboration that resulted in an emotionally charged recording
that is sure to touch the hearts of many.
“You are
the real deal and I know people will love this album as much as I do.” says
Producer Buddy Hyatt
“With A
Song In My Heart” a personal favorite for Amanda, was a request of her late
mother who had asked her to record one day. Amanda delivers the poignant and
touching lyrics with a heartfelt dedication honoring the love she has for her
mother.
The
talented team who shared their artistry with “A New Standard” are: Executive
Producer ~ Paul Cohen, Producer / Music Director/Orchestra Arranger/Piano and
Organ ~ Buddy Hyatt, toured withTOTO, as well as produced or played with such
artists as: George Jones, Lee Greenwood and many others. Horn Arranger ~ Jim
Hoke, Horn Arranger for such artists as: Burt Bacharach, Boz Scaggs, Kenny
Chesney, Harry Connick, Jr., Sheryl Crow, John Legend and Stevie Nicks.
Electric Guitar ~ James Mitchell, Acoustic & Nylon String Guitar ~ Bobby
Terry, Bass Guitar ~ Jim Hyatt, Percussion & Drums ~ Garth Justice, Backup
Vocals for “I Believe” ~ Renee Martin & Micah Roberts, toured with Faith
Hill, Engineers ~ Buddy Hyatt, Kelly Schoenfeld, Owen Lindaman, Jared Clement,
& Zach Allen, Mastering ~ Duncan Stanbury, Groove Mastering, New York.
“Amanda
Cohen is a wonderful singer, this album is terrific, you’ve got to hear this.”
~ Dick Robinson, American Standards by the Sea, Legends Radio, 100.3 FM, Palm
Beach, Florida
“Your CD
is a fine piece of work. You really have a great way with these songs and a lot
of style. Good luck with getting the record out there where it deserves to be.”
~ Jim Hoke, Horn Arranger
Prior to
the recording of “A New Standard”, Amanda learned her craft with a lifetime of
recording and performing in many genres of music. She has come full circle back
to the standards that was chosen for her to sing by her music mentor and vocal
couch in the beginning of her career
. “Amanda
is a well seasoned vocalist who has a rich texture that echoes the essence of
the American Songbook with a fresh interpretation of some of the greatest songs
of all time” says Jaijai Jackson of The Jazz Network Worldwide.
Amanda
Cohen’s Standards Show is currently booking the 2015 - 2016 calendar for
festivals, charitable events, big stage, intimate stages, and galas with
accompaniment from a trio to a full orchestra.
Be sure to
capture Amanda’s feature on The Jazz Network Worldwide at
www.thejazznetworkworldwide.com.
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