Gerry Rafferty City to City

Andy spent many years in Eric Clapton's band and this album demonstrates why he is guitarist of choice for the elite blues artists of our time. Andy's 'hit record' career has overshadowed his undeniable credentials as a great bluesman - a talent that hasn't escaped the notice of some of the world's finest artists who have drawn on his skills as a guitarist and singer. Eric Clapton of course heads the impressive list of former employers and collaborators from the blues world including, Jimi Hendrix (no kidding), Jeff Beck, BB King, Jimmy Page, Buddy Guy, Otis Rush, Van Morrison and many more. These guys know. Aside from his own work, the impressive list of discerning employers and collaborators he has played with includes, Bob Dylan, Roger Waters, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Elton John, Jimi Hendrix, David Crosby, The Band, Richard and Linda Thompson, David Gilmour, The Who, BB King, Joe Cocker, Steve Winwood, Donald 'Duck' Dunn, Jimmy Page, Ronnie Lane, Linda Ronstadt, Emmylou Harris, Joe Satriani, Jeff Beck, The Impressions, Lonnie Donegan, Ringo Starr, Steve Gadd, David Sanborn, Benmont Tench, Warren Zevon, Stevie Nicks, Charlie Watts, Mary J. Blige, Dave Edmunds, Georgie Fame, Bonnie Raitt, Otis Rush, Phil Collins, Van Morrison, Gerry Rafferty, Chris Rea, Buddy Guy, Chris Barber, Jackson Browne, Bill Wyman, Sheryl Crow, Helen Watson, Charlie Dore, Clarence 'Gatemouth' Brown, Pete Townshend, Kate Bush, Paul Weller, Mick Hucknall, Paul Young, and hundreds more.

On Ink, the winsome singer-songwriter delights by paying homage to pop songwriting with a collection of richly-realized interpretations, including Don Henley's "The End of the Innocence", and Gerry Rafferty's "Baker Street". Drawing inspiration from pop's different eras, Liv brings new life to diverse material, from the brilliant standard "The More I See You", to the Jackson 5's hit "Never Can Say Goodbye", to the great Ray Charles' "Hallelujah, I Love Her So" Add in a few of Liv's beguiling new originals, like the reflective and celebratory "Our Turn to Dance," and Ink reveals itself as a document of a man who knows what makes a song a memorable and moving experience. Great songs: That's what you've come to expect from Livingston Taylor.

On "Uncovered", acclaimed singer-songwriter Shawn Colvin shines with sublime sensitivity, casting new light on songs from some of the most admired writers in popular music history. It is a beautifully curated collection that includes interpretations of songs by Bruce Springsteen, Paul Simon, Tom Waits, Stevie Wonder, Graham Nash and more. Multiple Grammy-winner Colvin and Eagles guitarist Steuart Smith re-team to craft unhurried, rich renditions of these compositions, each one loving and heartfelt, serving as an elegant tribute to songwritiing masters.

On Ink, the winsome singer-songwriter delights by paying homage to pop songwriting with a collection of richly-realized interpretations, including Don Henley's "The End of the Innocence", and Gerry Rafferty's "Baker Street". Drawing inspiration from pop's different eras, Liv brings new life to diverse material, from the brilliant standard "The More I See You", to the Jackson 5's hit "Never Can Say Goodbye", to the great Ray Charles' "Hallelujah, I Love Her So" Add in a few of Liv's beguiling new originals, like the reflective and celebratory "Our Turn to Dance," and Ink reveals itself as a document of a man who knows what makes a song a memorable and moving experience. Great songs: That's what you've come to expect from Livingston Taylor.

Mike Longo, who was in Gillespie's employ from 1966-1973 went on to become a skillful bandleader himself. All of Longo's talents - bandleader, arranger, pianist, composer - are very much in evidence on Oasis, which reunites him with the New York State of the Art Jazz Ensemble. This big-band date, which was recorded in 2004, often recalls Gillespie's work with larger ensembles. These 17-piece Big Band arrangements are clean and creative, and his original material is tailored to maximize the strengths of the band.