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"Twinkle Twinkle Little Me" is a relatively anecdotal song from Stevie Wonder's career, taken from his 1967 Christmas album, "Someday At Christmas". However, when sung by Samara Joy and accompanied by pianist Sullivan Fortner, it transforms into a sublime work of exquisite delicacy. The 23-year-old jazz vocalist takes on the challenging task of a holiday record with the EP "A Joyful Holiday," which covers all the classics. Of course there’s the familiar "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas", which Joy tackles with finesse and a shining technique, but there’s also a version of "Warm In December", first sung by Julie London in 1956. Revolving around the piano, double bass, and drums, the track is a sweet treat that signals the arrival of winter while avoiding all the usual clichés. Joy’s rendition skillfully weaves between all the holiday conventions while still meeting expectations, and pleasing crowds. The highlight of the EP comes as Samara Joy gathers everyone together for a magnificent "O Holy Night," sung with her family members, all raised in gospel. It's definitely worth the listen. © Brice Miclet/Qobuz
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Christopher Allen, Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Bob Russell, ComposerLyricist - MATT PIERSON, Producer - Chris Allen, Mixer, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Kenny Washington, Drums, AssociatedPerformer - David Wong, Double Bass, AssociatedPerformer - Sullivan Fortner, Piano, AssociatedPerformer - Steven Sacco, Asst. Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Samara Joy, Vocals, MainArtist, AssociatedPerformer - Andrew Kochinka, Asst. Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel
℗ 2023 Dear Beverly Music, LLC
Christopher Allen, Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel - MATT PIERSON, Producer - Chris Allen, Mixer, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Ron Miller, ComposerLyricist - William O'Malley, ComposerLyricist - Sullivan Fortner, Piano, FeaturedArtist, AssociatedPerformer - Steven Sacco, Asst. Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Samara Joy, Vocals, MainArtist, AssociatedPerformer - Andrew Kochinka, Asst. Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel
℗ 2023 Dear Beverly Music, LLC
Christopher Allen, Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Mel TORME, ComposerLyricist - Robert Wells, ComposerLyricist - MATT PIERSON, Producer - Chris Allen, Mixer, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Kenny Washington, Drums, AssociatedPerformer - David Wong, Double Bass, AssociatedPerformer - Sullivan Fortner, Piano, AssociatedPerformer - Steven Sacco, Asst. Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Samara Joy, Vocals, MainArtist, AssociatedPerformer - Andrew Kochinka, Asst. Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel
℗ 2023 Dear Beverly Music, LLC
Christopher Allen, Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Hugh Martin, ComposerLyricist - Ralph Blane, ComposerLyricist - MATT PIERSON, Producer - Chris Allen, Mixer, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Kenny Washington, Drums, AssociatedPerformer - David Wong, Double Bass, AssociatedPerformer - Pasquale Grasso, Guitar, AssociatedPerformer - Steven Sacco, Asst. Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Samara Joy, Vocals, MainArtist, AssociatedPerformer - Andrew Kochinka, Asst. Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel
℗ 2023 Dear Beverly Music, LLC
Christopher Allen, Mixer, Mastering Engineer, Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel - MATT PIERSON, Producer, Editor, StudioPersonnel - Adolphe Adam, Composer - Sullivan Fortner, Hammond B3, AssociatedPerformer - Antonio McLendon, Vocals, AssociatedPerformer - Alana Alexander, Vocals, AssociatedPerformer - Steven Sacco, Asst. Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Laurone Mclendon, Vocals, AssociatedPerformer - Samara Joy, Vocals, MainArtist, AssociatedPerformer - Andrew Kochinka, Asst. Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel - The McLendon Family, FeaturedArtist - Goldwire McLendon, Vocals, AssociatedPerformer - Tiera Lovell Rowe, Vocals, AssociatedPerformer
℗ 2022 Dear Beverly Music, LLC
Mel TORME, ComposerLyricist - Robert Wells, ComposerLyricist - MATT PIERSON, Producer - Chris Allen, Mixer, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Shedrick Mitchell, Piano, AssociatedPerformer - Charles Haynes, Drums, AssociatedPerformer - Eric Wheeler, Bass, AssociatedPerformer - Antonio McLendon, Vocals, MainArtist, AssociatedPerformer - Michael Richelle, Asst. Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Samara Joy, Vocals, MainArtist, AssociatedPerformer - Ryan Yorck, Recording Engineer, StudioPersonnel
℗ 2023 Dear Beverly Music, LLC
Album review
"Twinkle Twinkle Little Me" is a relatively anecdotal song from Stevie Wonder's career, taken from his 1967 Christmas album, "Someday At Christmas". However, when sung by Samara Joy and accompanied by pianist Sullivan Fortner, it transforms into a sublime work of exquisite delicacy. The 23-year-old jazz vocalist takes on the challenging task of a holiday record with the EP "A Joyful Holiday," which covers all the classics. Of course there’s the familiar "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas", which Joy tackles with finesse and a shining technique, but there’s also a version of "Warm In December", first sung by Julie London in 1956. Revolving around the piano, double bass, and drums, the track is a sweet treat that signals the arrival of winter while avoiding all the usual clichés. Joy’s rendition skillfully weaves between all the holiday conventions while still meeting expectations, and pleasing crowds. The highlight of the EP comes as Samara Joy gathers everyone together for a magnificent "O Holy Night," sung with her family members, all raised in gospel. It's definitely worth the listen. © Brice Miclet/Qobuz
About the album
- 1 disc(s) - 6 track(s)
- Total length: 00:24:25
- Main artists: Samara Joy
- Composer: Various Composers
- Label: Verve
- Genre: Jazz
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