Artist: Various Artists
Title: Women with Voices
Cat Number: SLAMCD402
Year released: 1993
Format: CD & all digital platforms
Barcode: 5028386040217
16 track compilation of female vocalists covering a range of styles and moods – from classic jazz vocals, to folk, avant garde and free jazz vocal offerings. Featuring the vocal talents of Julie Tippetts, Maggie Nicols, Alison Bentley, Viv Corringham, Alquimia, Mandy Fox, Polly Bolton and others.
“What we have here is a compilation/collection that covers stylistic ground aplenty. From the traditionalism of Shirley Kent to the avant aspirations of Alquimia and everything in between, Women with Voices is often stimulating and always varied. Highlights include the focused duet between Vanessa Mackness and bassist Barry Guy, the exotically compelling “Mele Honua” from Dogan-Corringham and Mike Cooper, Dorothy Shaw’s beautifully sad “If I Don’t Love You” and the timelessness of Peggy Bolton’s “Foxes Revenge”, which features the Northumberland Pipes of Paul Dunmall. Creativity is high throughout this collection, which makes it a sure bet for anyone looking to pick up a wide-ranging audio survey of the female voice. Compiler Tim Turan and producer George Haslam deserve a pat on the back for putting together this excellent, intelligently organized collection.” – Cadence, Carl Baugher
“Among these sixteen tracks are some hugely enjoyable performances. This album has been one of the delights of the year for me… This really is a most impressive set indeed and if you are a sucker for the subtlety, range and emotion of the female voice, then there has to be something to excite your ears and emotions in this excellent showcase.” – Steve Rowland, The Choice
Compiled by Tim Turan
Produced and designed by George Haslam
Cover Illustration by Bobby Carcasses
Artwork by Quince, Oxford