Songbook by Georgia Mancio and Alan Broadbent

"Songbook is pure perfection" (Jazz Wax)

“one of the most formidable songwriting partnerships of the 21st century” (Jazz Views)

Songbook is the first exquisite album of originals by vocalist/lyricist Georgia Mancio (Ian Shaw, Bobby McFerrin, ReVoice! Festival) and double Grammy-winning pianist/composer Alan Broadbent (Natalie Cole, Charlie Haden, Paul McCartney).

A haunting, hip and harmonious collection of stories within stories. Alan’s sophisticated melodies and peerless arranger’s ear find their perfect match in Georgia’s superbly crafted lyrics of both beauty and bite. Through journeys and resting places, childhood and old age; from bebop to brooding ballads and bossa novas: Songbook continues the lineage of the great jazz writing partnerships but thematically and musically looks to setting the new standards of the future with poise, passion and unmistakable personality.

This beautiful, groundbreaking album also features Oli Hayhurst on double bass, Dave Ohm on drums and stunning bespoke illustrations by acclaimed artist, Simon Manfield. Songbook was launched with a sell out headline show at the world famous Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club and subsequent performances across Europe and the U.S.

Tracklist

1.	The Journey Home	4:32

2.	The Last Goodbye	5:20

3.	Someone's Sun	3:19

4.	Cherry Tree	5:48

5.	Small Wonder	4:52

6.	One For Bud	4:28

7.	Hide Me From The Moonlight	4:30

8.	Forever	4:25

9.	Close To The Moon	4:20

10.	Where The Soft Winds Blow	6:04

11.	Just Like A Child	4:31

12.	Lullaby for MM	4:15

Credits

released April 23, 2017

Georgia Mancio (voice & lyrics), Alan Broadbent (piano & music)
Oli Hayhurst (bass), Dave Ohm (drums & percussion)
Produced by Andrew Cleyndert and Georgia Mancio
Artwork by Simon Manfield

www.georgiamancio.com/alanbroadbentsongbook/

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