The Eyal Vilner Big Band, Hanukkah Review

The Eyal Vilner Big Band, Hanukkah Review 1

Band leader, saxophonist, composer and arranger Eyal Vilner has released unique holiday album titled, Hanukkah. Presenting six traditional Hanukkah songs (“These Candles” is a bonus track, only available digitally), the album features Vilner’s 16-piece big band, a vocal trio (in the style of the Boswell Sisters) and special guest, Israeli flutist, Itai Kriss. The big … Read more

Laura Pausini, Laura Xmas (Deluxe) Review

Laura Pausini, Laura Xmas (Deluxe) Review 3

Laura Pausini is a mezzo-soprano with a classic and powerful voice.  Pausini is mainly a melodic pop singer, with influences from various genres, including: Latin music, soul music and rock music. Her music is characterized by the key elements of romanticism, optimism, melancholy and surrounding melodies. Laura Xmas (English Version) is the Italian superstar’s first … Read more

Katherine Penfold Review: Keep Christmas with You

Katherine Penfold Review: Keep Christmas with You 5

Nova Scotia born, Vancouver based singer/songwriter Katherine Penfold swings and sways on her new album of holiday classics, titled Keep Christmas With You. The ten-song project includes great interpretations of Christmas classics with a touch of modernity, as well as pieces destined to become new classics such as, “This Christmas” (Donny Hathaway) and the title … Read more