The Modern Sound Of Betty Carter (Verve By Request Series) TSOV-238.3 Following the breakthrough success of

Following the breakthrough success of 2008's 'For Emma

absorbing elements of house music

Barbados' Bobby Saint and the ubiquitous Sugarhill Gang this album is a wonderful ode to the dancefloor and a record box essential

Dan Tracy (drums)

'Mots d'amour" is a rather colorful affair

The Modern Sound Of Betty Carter (Verve By Request Series) TSOV-238.3 Following the breakthrough success ofThis 1960 albums inventive Richard Weiss arrangements combine with Carters uniquely masterful and modern vocals for fresh takes on standards. Highlights include a lively run through What A Little Moonlight Can Do, inspired scatting on On The Alamo and a beautifully tender take on Theres No You. The Verve By Request Series features 180 gram vinyl, pressed at Third Man in Detroit.