On "Mad About the Boy," Gies delivers a smooth, sultry rendition of the classic tune, backed by a polished jazz ensemble. The album captures her signature vocal style, blending pop sensibilities with a jazz framework.
- The album was recorded in Tempe, Arizona. It was released on July 15, 2009, by Arizona University Recordings. The album features Gies on vocals, with accompaniment from a local jazz trio.
- This release features Gies's take on the standard "Mad About the Boy," a song previously recorded by Dinah Washington and many others. Gies's version leans into a contemporary smooth jazz arrangement.
- "Mad About the Boy" was Gies's third album, following "Phoenix Nights" (2005) and "Desert Serenade" (2007). It was met with moderate local success on jazz radio stations in the American Southwest.
Jeanne Gies is a jazz singer from Phoenix, Arizona. She is best known for her work in the smooth jazz subgenre.
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