Artist description The band is comprised of four musicians: a female vocalist with an extraordinary range similar to that of Sarah Vaughan; a pianist who plays both acoustic and electric keyboard; a bassist who plays both electric and double bass; and a drummer, who plays regular drum sets and other percussive instruments.

Music Style Jazz, R&B, Pop, Soul, Blues, Country

Musical Influences Vocals: Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, Nancy Wilson, Cleo Lane, Billie Holiday, and June Christie. Instrumentals: Phineas Newborn, Joe Sample, Stanley Clark, Jaco Pastorius, Art Blakey, Gene Krupa

Similar Artists The band really has its own sound and style. The closest the band comes to sounding like another is perhaps Betty Carter with a fresh kicking rhythm section.

Artist History The band is relatively new. It was formed in June of 1999.

Group Members The band's members include: T.J. Graham, Vocals - Dennis Falanga, Drums - Charles Pender, Piano - Vince Leffler, Bass

Instruments Piano/keyboard/synthesizer; electric and acoustic bass; and drums

Albums Blue is the Color

Press Reviews A brief article about band's stellar performance at the $500-per-plate reception dinner for the Grand Re-opening of Memphis' Central Station appeared in the September 25, 1999 edition of the Commercial Appeal, Memphis, Tennessee.

Additional Info For the Sass in Me: A Tribute to Sarah Vaughan

Location Memphis, TN/Shelby - USA

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