TOM MICHAEL: Written In The Stars

                        www.tommichael.net
                         www.LMLmusic.com
                          www.amazon.com

             Produced by TOM MICHAEL & SCOTT STEINMAN
                 Musical Director: BECKIE MENZIE

Vocals: TOM MICHAEL & BECKIE MENZIE/Piano: BECKIE MENZIE/Bass: SCOTT MASON
Drums/Percussion: JEFF THOMAS/Cello: JILL KAEDING/Guitar: FAREED HAQUE & TOM VITACCO
Saxophone: JIM GAILLORETO/Arrangements: BECKIE MENZIE & KEVIN FINN
                   Cello Arrangement: PHIL OREM


TOM MICHAEL has come up with a CD for all seasons with
"Written In The Stars."  A balmy breeze on the patio or lightly
falling snow outside your window - both would be perfectly
complemented by these songs.  And perhaps this is because the voice
of Michael is one that you will want to hear over and over again
regardless of the circumstances.  His oh-so-mellow sound is capable
of great passion and a quiet certainty that allows the messages of
songs like "How Deep Is The Ocean," "This Nearly Was Mine,"
"Two For The Road," and "How Can I Be Sure"  to go directly to
your heart.  Particularly delightful are those when Musical
Director/Pianist Beckie Menzie joins in with vocals ("Written In The
Stars" is truly beautiful!). A sultry sax, a plucky cello, and the
tinkling of a keyboard enhance the soul-stirring quality of this CD. 
You can pick up this Guaranteed-To-Be-A-Favorite album at the
websites above or in music stores everywhere.
          
                         - Laurie Lawson - 

	      GEORGA OSBORNE: Now Available In Stores
              Album Produced by CHRISTOPHER McGOVERN

                        www.glosong.com
                                
                           Musicians
JOE BRADY: Drums/Percussion/JENNIFER GRAVENSTINE: Cello/SEAN HARKNESS: Guitars
ERIK JEKABSON: Trumpet/PETER KIDIDAKIS: Reeds/JESSICA WRIGHT: Violin
              CHRISTOPHER McGOVERN: Piano/Keyboards


You always leave a GEORGA OSBORNE show wanting more, and
now you can have it!  Finally her CD, "Now Available In Stores"
(originally titled "NOT Available In Stores") can indeed be purchased
at Footlights, The Dress Circle (London), and directly from the lady
herself ($20 including shipping and handling at the website above).
       
Osborne is a unique and splendid compilation of talent - an
astounding soprano voice, a raucous humor, a biting wit, and a sense
of the absurd, all delightfully flavored by her Kentucky heritage. 
There's nothing like seeing her on stage (she's appearing at don't tell
mama in January and February - www.donttellmama.com) but her
performance translates well on CD.  Whether an introduction to a
gifted singer/performer/comedienne or an extension of her show's
impression, "Now Available In Stores" should become a part of
your music collection.
          
To read our review of Georga's show "Summer In The Attic
(Some're Not)" click here.
          
                       - Laurie Lawson -

                ALEX LEONARD: Merry Cool Christmas

                       www.alexleonard.com
                          www.cdbaby.com
                          www.amazon.com

                   ALEX LEONARD - piano, vocal
                   EDWARD BROWN - guitar, lute
                       STEVE LaSPINA - bass
                      DANNY VENDITTI - drums
                        RIJOU - percussion


Alex Leonard's newest CD, "Merry Cool Christmas," says it all in
the title.  This Piano Master has taken traditional holiday songs like
"Silent Night," "Little Drummer Boy," "Away In A Manger," and
"Auld Lang Syne" and infused them with his own special brand of
jazz.  The result is music with a playful spirit, a clarity of Christmas
celebration, and some of the most amazing arrangements you'll ever
hear.  Each song is a delightful combination of familiarity and soaring
heights of ingenuity, making this an album you'll want to play year-round.  
Just in time for the season, buy one for everybody on your
Christmas list.  Available in select stores and on the Internet.  Cool,
definitely cool!
          
                        - Laurie Lawson -

                           ALEX LEONARD
        DOWN TO THE DEPTHS: Interpretations of Cole Porter
                       www.alexleonard.com


 ALEX LEONARD's CD, Down To The Depths: Interpretations of
 Cole Porter, is a perfect blend of old and new.  The timeless
 compositions of legendary Cole Porter and music with a Manhattan
 sophistication become rich, full offerings flavored with the unique
 jazzy stylings of Leonard.  From the bright, breezy "What Is This
 Thing Called Love?" and "Anything Goes" to the mournful
 flugelhorn in "Begin The Beguine" and the smooth, mellow voice
 (Leonard's) backed by music of the same ilk in "Miss Otis Regrets,"
 the renditions are comfortingly familiar as well as wildly innovative. 
 The emotion jumps off the CD in "Every Time We Say Goodbye,"
 and his "Too Darn Hot" may very well be the steamiest version ever. 
 Leonard superbly masters the piano and is occasionally accompanied
 by guitar (Al Gafa), acoustic bass (Paul Rostock), drums (Vito
 Lesczak), congas/bongos (Ed Jackson), trumpet/flugelhorn (Don
 Hahn), tenor sax/flute (Ralph Lalama), baritone sax (Gary
 Smulyan), and trombone (John Mosca/Jimmy Knepper) evoking
 the Big Band era.  Mr. Porter would be quite pleased with Alex
 Leonard's Down To The Depths; so will you.  Available in select
 music stores, the album can also be purchased online at
 www.amazon.com and www.cdbaby.com
         
                           -Laurie Lawson-

                     JON PETERSON: "SKIDOO!"
               A BUMPTY-BUMP RECORDS MUSIC RELEASE
                       www. bumpty-bump.com
                      www.jonnypeterson.com

           Produced by KEITH THOMPSON and JOSEPH BAKER
      All Arrangements and Orchestrations by KEITH THOMPSON


When you listen to Jon Peterson's new CD "Skidoo!," it becomes
a personal experience.  Surely no one could reveal this much emotion
and honesty to the world; he must be speaking directly to you.  Rarely
does this much passion and energy translate undiluted to CD format. 
That fact that it does attests to the talents of Peterson.
          
Standards like "One" and "If It's Magic" easily mix with uncommon
songs, such as "Angels, Punks And Raging Queens," "I Could Have
Told You," and the title song.  Comedy and pathos, a hint of country-
western with a British accent, whatever!  This gentleman can handle
it all.  Each song rings true, so true that you are sure the composers
are clapping with glee because their songs have been interpreted
perfectly.  "Skidoo!" will quickly become one of your favorite CD's. 
Pick up one at www.Amazon.com
          
                         -Laurie Lawson-

                          SCOTT COULTER

                Debut CD Available on the Internet
               www.LMLMusic.com and www.amazon.com
                              and at
   Tower Records, Virgin Megastore, HMV, and Footlight Records


   The glorious voice of SCOTT COULTER is finally available on
   CD!  With an ethereal quality laced with intensity and passion, he
   executes songs long favorites to his cabaret fans - a heartbreaking
   "Maybe You Didn't Hear Me," a sultry "Cry Me A River," an
   inspirational duet with Debbie Gravitte ("In Whatever Time We
   Have"), and a poignant "Cry Without A Reason."  Each song stands
   alone and evokes a multitude of emotions.  It's a CD full of talent -
   the songwriting/musical skills of Stephen Schwartz and Tim
   DiPasqua, the piano playing of Bobby Peaco and Richard
   Oberacker, and the back up vocals of Jessica Hendy and Jason
   Reiff.  Each element comes together to make "Scott Coulter" a CD
   to be treasured.
          
                             -Laurie Lawson-

                          THE JENNY BURTON EXPERIENCE

                       Produced and Arranged by PETER LINK
                         Music and Lyrics by PETER LINK


          With the reappearance of THE JENNY BURTON EXPERIENCE
          on the cabaret stage during the holiday season and the resultant
          inevitable feeling that you need to have more of this good thing, one
          is reminded just how great Peter Link's  music and Burton's
          execution are.  Click here to read our latest review.  The good news
          is that the musical album, "The Jenny Burton Experience," is still
          available.  Inspirational favorites like "Who Will Heal The World?,"
          "Tear The House Down," "On Broken Pieces," and "Don't It Feel
          Good" translate well to CD.  The talent and enthusiasm of Burton
          and her glorious group are evident on every song.  And just like at
          one of the group's rare appearances, you will find it hard not to sing
          along, tap your feet, clap your hands, and maybe even dance a step or
          two.  It's a fabulous way to extend the "experience" until they hit the
          stage again.  To order, call 212-947-0533.
          
                                  -Laurie Lawson-

                FRANK DAIN: "I Thought About You"

             Produced by JEFF WAXMAN and RICK JENSEN
              Co-Produced and Directed by LISA ASHER
        Arrangements and Musical Direction by RICK JENSEN

  
 The master of the ballad, FRANK DAIN, has finally released his first
 CD.  "I Thought About You" showcases Dain's breathless, throaty
 voice with songs like "The Way You Look Tonight," "Night And
 Day," "All The Things You Are/The Nearness Of You," and "I Cover
 The Waterfront."  A delightful blend of Johnny Mathis and Frank
 Sinatra, he mesmerizes with his heartfelt renderings of love songs. 
 Just what the doctor ordered in these times of chaos and confusion -
 a smooth voice that will melt away your tensions.  "I Thought About
 You" is available in New York at Tower Records and Footlight
 Records and on the Internet at CDBaby.com/frankdain and
 Amazon.com.  For further information you can write to
 ithoughtaboutucd@aol.com or call (212) 662-1390.
          
                  - Laurie Lawson -

             SAMMY GOLDSTEIN: "So Far It's Wonderful"

          Produced by SAMMY GOLDSTEIN and DAVID BRUNETTI
               Creative Consultant: BARRY KLEINBORT
            Piano: DAVID BRUNETTI and SAMMY GOLDSTEIN
                         Bass: JERED EGAN


 In celebration of his new CD release, "So Far It's Wonderful," the
 always-entertaining SAMMY GOLDSTEIN brought his cabaret
 show of the same title to don't tell mama for two days in September,
 October, and November (you'll find a review of his show under
 Cabaret).  Taking a song, infusing it with
 passion, sprinkling it with his unique brand of humor,  and handing
 it back to you as a special gift is Goldstein's forte.  The songs
 translate well to CD.  You'll find amusing favorites such as "Pink
 Fish," "That's What I Like  Bout The South," and "Coffee In A
 Cardboard Cup," as well as standards like "You've Changed" and
 "On The Sunny Side Of The Street."  Just in time for gift giving, "So
 Far It's Wonderful" is bound to put a smile on every listener's face. 
 To find out how to get this album, visit his website at
 www.sammygoldstein.com
          
                        -Laurie Lawson-

                    SECONDHAND HEART FOR SALE

                    The Songs of JOE McMAHON, JR.


           
          Memorable melodies and cleverly simple lyrics bring you back to a
          time when songs relayed emotion-packed messages of love and loss,
          the kind that are sure to unearth at least a few hidden memories.  This
          is what you are going to find in SECONDHAND HEART FOR
          SALE, The Songs of Joe McMahon, Jr.  Gathered together are
          veteran singers, such as Arnette Sanders and Paul Evans, under the
          production of legendary Jimmy Wisner, to bring about a 60-year-old
          dream. 
          
          Joe McMahon, Jr. realized in his teens that he wanted to be a
          songwriter.  He got sidetracked by college, family, and a corporate
          career.  Now at age 83, he has released his first CD, SECONDHAND
          HEART FOR SALE, and it's definitely worth the wait.  From the
          beautiful ballad title song and the playfully sultry "I Ain't Got Love"
          to the comedy of songs like "The Very First Thing In The Morning"
          and "I'm In Love With An Eskimo," each song is a consummate
          anecdote of universal emotions.  Lyrics like "How do you face the
          music/What do you tell your heart/How do you spend your
          evenings/Now that we drifted apart" make you realize that
          McMahon is a songwriter for every man and woman.  
          
          Pick up Secondhand Heart For Sale (Sharla Records); you're bound
          to hear at least one of these songs being performed in the future. 
          Here's hoping that this is just the beginning of Joe McMahon's
          songwriting career.
          
               -Laurie Lawson-

MARK RAISCH: TOTALLY SUAVE!

     
    You'd better have plenty of confidence if you're going to title your
    CD "Totally Suave!," which is exactly what MARK RAISCH did. 
    In this case, the CD lives up to its title.  In a totally suave voice,
    Raisch offers an eclectic group of songs from the 1930's through the
    1990's.  His renditions are smooth and his voice capable of handling
    a variety of styles.  From a bright and breezy "Carry On Karianne"
    and a jazzy "She's Funny That Way" to the ethnic comedy of
    "Josephine" and a torchy "Half As Lovely," Raisch delivers the
    goods.  Your only complaint, if you can get your hands on the CD,
    may be that there aren't more songs.  "Totally Suave!" is easy on the
    ears and has enough diversity to make you want to hear it over and
    over again.
          
    Right now the CD is part of ABC Syndicated Radio's programming
    (1390 WEOK/1260 WBNR/920 WGHQ/1450 WKIP/Q92 [FM] &
    91.3 WVKR [FM]).  You may also be able to catch Mark Raisch at
    the REDEYE Bar and Grill during December.
          
               -Laurie Lawson-

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