I’m A Woman
Pacific Coast, 2026
8/10
The powerful jazz vocalist, Liz Cracchiolo, makes an impression with this debut where she interprets 9 tracks with an all star cast on hand.
“I’m Just A Girl” opens with Cracchiolo’s lovely voice alongside Hajime Yoshida’s warm guitar, and “These Boots Were Made For Walkin’” follows with Erica von Keist’s rich alto sax that suits the expressive pipes.
“Fever” arrives in the middle and recruits Russell Hall’s frisky upright bass via the soulful delivery, while “I’m Beginning To See The Light” is a charming duet thanks to Benny Benack III’s voice that complements Cracchiolo’s lively scatting.
“Basin Street Blues” and the title track exit the listen. The former is a layered album highlight that enlists Edward W. Hardy’s violin, and the latter benefits from Savannah Harris’ thumping drums that align with a powerful and dynamic finish.
Cracchiolo makes all these songs hers, and the excellent cast sure do illuminate her timeless vocal jazz presence that’s an excellent starting point.
Travels well with: Christine Fawson- It Could Happen To You; Kathy Sanborn- Romance Language