On "Loverly," Wilson revisits jazz standards with a bluesy, languid feel, backed by a spare, intimate trio. The album showcases her ability to imbue familiar tunes with a fresh, personal interpretation.
- "Loverly" was recorded in New York City with producer Robert Woods and featured the core trio of Jon Cowherd on piano, Tony Grey on bass, and Herlin Riley on drums.
- The album reached number 3 on the Billboard Top Jazz Albums chart in July 2008.
- The Wall Street Journal noted Wilson's performance on the album as "a voice like a slow-moving river, deep and wide."
Cassandra Wilson is a Grammy-winning jazz singer from Mississippi who broke through in the late 1980s with her unique blend of blues, soul, and jazz. By 2008, she was a celebrated figure in contemporary jazz, known for her distinctive vocal style and adventurous repertoire.
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