About James:
With the release of Man With a Love Song, James Hill, recognized as one of the world's foremost ukulele players, stands poised and ready to take his place in the ranks of today's best young songwriters. Here, seemingly in a single blast, Hill's songwriting has grown to rival his prowess as a musician. From the soulful big-band jazz of 'What Would You Have Me Do?' through the barrelhouse-bluegrass of 'Hand Over My Heart' and impeccable barbershop of 'Lying In Wait' to the spoken-word-and-junkyard-percussion of 'Soap and Water,' Man With a Love Song is an album that fills you up and keeps you coming back for more.
About Anne:
With feet planted firmly in folk music, she gives every song a contemporary feel, blending the characteristic bittersweet sounds of the cello with unlikely companions including the wooden recorder, baritone sax, and ukulele. Whether it's the rousing rendition of her Andrews-Sisters-meets-French-Canada Black is the Colour, her fragile yet electrifying Forgive Me or the upbeat and catchy Nothing Lasts Long, this CD offers listeners a satisfying musical buffet. Anne's songs are a special blend of folk, classical, and pop. Her sweet voice and sultry cello provide the perfect setting for her personal, evocative and poignant lyrics, making "a crystal clear sound filled with warmth," (Bob Mersereau, CBC). With So Long at the Fair Anne Janelle's unique sound rings loud and clear.
