Thu, Oct 16 2008 | 3 Comments

Jill Barber – Chances

by Robbie McCown

Jill Barber - ChancesWith every album she’s created, Canada’s Jill Barber has inched closer and closer to the beautiful gems found on her latest, Chances.

Barber’s unbridled love with the sounds of 50’s and 60’s jazz and folk is the flame that sets Chances afire. And her distinctive, smokey voice is the perfect instrument for a sound that is both instantly vintage and yet still affecting in today’s scene.

Backed by a 10-piece string section and featuring guest vocals by Ron Sexsmith, Chances proves Barber’s undeniable talent not only as both a songwriter, but as a singer who so easily suits the spotlight that greats like Patsy Cline or Ella Fitzgerald have done before her.

Standouts include the swaying ‘Never Quit Loving You’ and the beautiful and dreamy ‘Take It Off My Mind.’

With Chances, Barber has found her true niche – and what a perfect fit.

★★★★☆

Purchase

Maple Music | iTunes | Amazon | Amazon MP3

WWW

www.jillbarber.com

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About the author

Robbie McCown started Womenfolk in June 2004. He is an avid collector of music and cites artists like Lisa Germano, Liz Phair and Sam Phillips among his favorite songwriters. He lives in northern California.
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3 Comments

  • boyhowdy
    October 16, 2008 | Permalink |

    Gorgeous voice, and a lovely arrangement.

    Oh, and the new look for Womenfolk? AMAZING. Good to see you back, Robbie.

  • Robbie McCown
    October 16, 2008 | Permalink |

    Thanks, Boyhowdy. The break lasted a bit longer than I had planned. And there’s plenty of holes to fix still.

    But I’m glad you appreciate Jill Barber. I think the album would be right up your alley.

  • Sharon Boase
    November 4, 2008 | Permalink |

    I love this woman’s voice and persona. She’s fabulous.