GMF LONDON MUSIC FESTIVAL
René Marie
Last Show: Friday 19 th August 2016
PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho)
Grammy nominated artist Rene Marie is firmly established as one of the greatest living jazz vocalists. In a career spanning two decades, 11 recordings and countless stage performances, vocalist René Marie has cemented her reputation as not only a singer but also a composer, arranger, theatrical performer and teacher. Rooted in jazz traditions laid down by Ella Fitzgerald, Dinah Washington and other greats of past generations, she incorporates elements of folk, R&B, country and even Classical music to create a captivating hybrid style. Her 2013 CD release 'I Wanna Be Evil: With Love To Eartha Kitt', earned a Grammy nomination in the Best Jazz Vocals category.