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Eva Schubert
Jazz vocalist and songwriter Eva Schubert is a fresh new voice, whose sound blends seamlessly with the classic style of jazz greats like Helen Mirrell, Peggy Lee, and Nat King Cole. A native of Vancouver, Canada, she follows a distinguished line of female jazz vocalists like Diana Krall coming from Canada’s west coast.
Schubert’s classic jazz sound has gained a following in many countries, leading to collaborations with musicians as far afield as Italy and Finland. Her performances include her own contributions to jazz, as well as covers of the jazz standards sung by icons like Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday who continue to inspire her work. Her lyrics betray a strong poetic sensibility, which informs her carefully crafted verses. As a performer, she is adept at creating shows to suit any occasion and is at home with a full ensemble or a simple accompaniment.
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Eva Schubert: Hot Damn Romance
by Paul Naser
Those looking for a chanteuse in the jazz tradition often have limited options outside of legends such as Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday and Sarah Vaughan or more contemporary stars like Diana Krall or Jazzmeia Horn; if they are looking for original music, more often than not they're out of luck. So, fans of the style may be interested to learn about Eva Schubert. The Vancouver-based singer-songwriter leans heavily on jazz influences while also embracing funk and soul. She also writes ...
read more“Poetic lyrics call to mind some of Joni Mitchell’s later recordings . . . . Schubert’s smooth and sultry aesthetic will be sure to delight fans of Diana Krall or Sade, and the mix of swing and funk will go over well with fans of smooth jazz.” —All About Jazz.com
“Truly a phenomenal and inspired love letter to old school jazz . . . . Refreshingly original, bold and expressive . . . . With a bewitching tone and sensuality like we had only heard in the voice of the infamous Eartha Kitt, Eva Schubert weaves her spell and you are hers and hers alone . . . . Eva continues to relate the essence of the jazz experience.” — Indie Pulse Music.com
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Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson
