All Artists:Davis And Dow Title:NAKED Members Wishing: 0 Total Copies: 0 Label:Agape Jazz Original Release Date: 2/1/2001 Release Date: 2/1/2001 Genre:Jazz Style:Vocal Jazz Number of Discs: 1 SwapaCD Credits: 1 UPC:660355872020
Synopsis
Album Description
Agape Jazz Recordings is a brand new label out of South Florida dedicated to the pure sound and art of authentic jazz music.
"The first time I heard them was when they were performing to a crowd of two on an open air bandstand at the Riverwalk in downtown Fort Lauderdale. After telling them that they were even better than they thought they were, I invested in their first CD. When they got back from an extended gig in Japan, I invited friends to hear them perform at the Bar Amici Restaurant on Las Olas Blvd. The food was excellent, but Davis & Dow were even better. I was happy to buy a copy of their new release. They keep learning and get better every time I hear them.When I met them at the restaurant and complimented them on their performance I found out that Julie was the talker. Kelly speaks volumes with his guitar and is content to let Julie make new friends.If you like to hear the standards done in a jazz style that is reminiscent of Ella, June Christie, Anita O'Day, and Lee Wiley, don't miss Davis & Dow."
Jazz Shines Brightly on "NAKED"
Mike Spatifina | Texas | 03/23/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Davis and Dow's place in jazz history will be most definately assured with their new release "NAKED". Blessed with a wonderfully flexible voice and a natural feeling for swing,jazz, blues and scatt ,unmatched {only by Ella}jazz singer Julie Davis and Kelly Dow on guitar give spectacular performances here on "Naked".Given the subtleties of such material, Davis and Dow try on many different roles, much like actors. The arrangements of each song are so incredible you will encounter many shadings of mood. Always interested in the clear articulation of the words of a song, Davis and Dow graviated to the best lyricists . Julie's vocal qualities served her well on the ballads. "Passion Flower" and "What are You Doing The Rest Of Your Life" are exquisite proof of how well the Davis and Dow magic works. Dow's accompaniment on "Take Five" is pure genius and Davis's scatt is breathtaking! All tracks are equally brilliant due to the manner of how the songs are treated. Each one is like its own masterpiece. The most striking interpretation of "My Favorite Things", I have ever heard! Dow's original "Deja Vu" is haunting. I am eager to watch Davis and Dow's career grow as time and life experience can only enhance their God given gifts. Dont miss these great artists!"
Refreshing and Unique!!
Byram Studio | Abilene, Texas | 03/19/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This CD is wonderfully refreshing! I was really delighted when I heard all of their unique arrangements. I absolutely love Julie's crisp, clean voice! She is truly a purist with a totally fresh style all her own. And Kelly's guitar playing is innovative and powerful. Together they have produced a great collection of favorites. This couple is doing very well and I look forward to hearing as much new material as they can muster. And if any of you live in Florida, go SEE THEM LIVE...they are absolutely mesmerizing!"
This jazz duo swings with the best.
C. Davis | Jacksonville, FL United States | 02/07/2002
(3 out of 5 stars)
"Julie and Kelly have elevated the Tuck&Patti formatt of jazz guitar and vocals to a new level. I was impressed and I could hear how much this duo has grown over the years. I was most impressed with their connectivity between improvation and traditional blend style of jazz. Although the only pit fall on the cd is when traditional jazz balads have been given a dramatic finish. Most needed a fade out. Overall this a great cd and I would recommend it to friends."
Naked - Davis and Dow
Anne Metcalf | Dallas, Texas | 08/11/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"For all of us who remember June Christy and Stan Kenton in "Duet" of the late 1950's, or those who have discovered them, or those who should, Davis and Dow's "Naked" is the new millenium's discovery of what jazz should be. Julie Davis' voice is equally mellow and scat, whatever she wants it to be. Her command over her voice is phenomenal. Kelly Dow's guitar is the perfect accompaniment that has will of its own when they want it to with solos that leave us wanting to hear more of him. Listen to the wonderfully innovative and delightful lead-in to the old classic, Julie London's "Fever," then settle into the sensual sounds of Davis and Dow. You won't regret it."
Track Listings (15) - Disc #1
