Karen is reviewed in the UK Magazine 'IN TUNE INTERNATIONAL'

October 8, 2011

The October issue of In Tune International has this to say about Karen’s latest album:

Wow, What a remarkable, non-stop, carefully selected 17-song programme. Just where to begin? Karen’s album has bebop jazz and beautiful standards.

During her Spanish singing of “Lagrimas Negras,” you can hear some remarkable mandolin solos by Eva Scow. It’s most endearing, and will remain with me for a long time. The lovely ballad “Daydream” is a delight. There’s Mike Taylor’s exciting guitar solo to look for, but it’s Karen who’s  really in charge throughout with her superb vocalizing. Her most imaginative version of “That Old Black Magic” will delightfully stun you. It’s so fresh and absolutely unforgettable. Imagine just what sparkling colours a mandolin solo does here to enhance this version.

Another oldie, “All of Me,” has her scat singing with her great bass player Kevin Hill. Together they bring such luscious newness to a most familiar song. On “The Nearness of You,” her guitarist Mike Taylor’s unbelievable assist makes this sweet endearing ballad one of her many highlights. What a high note to conclude this amazing CD.

It’s certain to appear on my ten best list of the year.

-Dan Singer