Artist description Inspired by music from 17th century Europe, Sarah Pillow mixes beautiful melodies and lyrics with funk, rock and jazz from the 21st to create "Nuove Musiche" (Italian for 'new music'). She is joined by guitarist John Goodsall (who also wrote half of the arrangements) and bassist extraordinaire Percy Jones, both of whom are founding members of the pioneering fusion group Brand X. Sarah cohesively ties it all together with her unique voice and knowledgeable rendering of present and past musical genres. The original songs were composed by Baroque masters Monteverdi, Purcell, Sances, Rossi, Dowland and Caccini; and are sung in English, Spanish, French, Italian and Latin. This album illustrates that on the topic of the human condition, not much has changed in 400 years, but great music lasts forever

Music Style jazz, alternative, fusion, rock, crossover

Similar Artists Diana Krall, Maria Callas, Sarah Vaughn, Ella Fitzgerald, Joni Mitchell, Sarah Brightman, Zeuhl, Stella Vander

Group Members Sarah Pillow - vocal; John Goodsall - guitar; Percy Jones - bass; Frank Katz - drums; Marc Wagnon - percussion, vibes, keyboards; special guests: Beverly Au- treble and bass viols; and Chris Speed- clarinet

Instruments voice, guitar, midi mibes, vibraphone, percussion, fretless bass, drums

Albums BR001 Sarah Pillow- Paper Cuts, Buckyball Records; BR004 Marc Wagnon-An Afterthought, Buckyball Records; BR006 Brand X Timeline, Buckyball Records; BR007 Sarah Pillow- Nuove Musiche, Buckyball Records; G. Felice Sances- Music for Sopranos, harp and guitar

Press Reviews "Pillow's authentic early Baroque vocal ornaments'with rapidly repeating, tremolando notes may sound odd, but it all fits together...Pillow's voice,in the upper register utilize a fluid, almost liquid delivery...Pieces include elements of speed metal, ECM-ish jazz and more, in this curious, if not fascinating album.'Dean Suzuki - Progression **** The album's unifying factor resides in Pillow's warm and delicate voice delivering these beautiful melodies from Purcell, Monteverdi, Caccini and Dowland that can't help but sound anachronistic.The stylistic shifts from one piece to another might puzzle some listeners and, the fact is, some experiments are not that conclusive, but overall Nuove Musiche is an enjoyable attempt at revamping and introducing this repertoire to the jazz public.' FrançoisCouture - AMG Expert Review **** Percy is in peak form in a perfect setting for his idiosyncraticstyle, as classical/jazz diva Pillow enlists husband/vibist Marc Wagnon and his Brand X bandmates to recast Baroque-era songs in hip-hop, fuze-rock, and lounge jazz settings. Check Percy's partson the haunting "Amarilli Mia Bella," "Orphee," and "The FatalHour." Chris Jisi - Bass Player **** Upon first blush the music appears to be simply a female vocalist singing baroque music, but Ms. Pillow's unique style of singing creates an appealing atmosphere.This CD is a masterpiece, which evokes memories of Brand X's musical recordings of the 1970s. Euro-Rock Press (Japan) **** Sarah Pillow interprets jazz as jazz rock, and as opera. Her voiceis her talent. Her clear bright voice is seductive over a continuouslydeliberate delivery. Volkmar - Ragazzi (Germany) **** On the whole, it's an entire other side of pop/rock music. Like it or not, you Will credit it with exceptional originality....the energy and importance she breathes into these oldclassical pieces is worth the price of admission, and hopefully will lead the genre forward for many imitators. Ben Ohmart (AssistantEditor, MusicDish)

Location New York, NY - USA

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