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Ian Shaw, ex stand-up comedian and award-winning jazz vocalist, has been a Joni Mitchell fan since his teens. With 'Drawn to All Things' he takes her canvas of angsty real life tableaux and stretches it over a jazz frame. It works. Beautifully.
Shaw captures the poetry in Joni's songs with an eye-watering vocal range and bucketloads of soul. From the funky "Talk to Me" to "River"'s intimacy and nostalgia, the arrangements by Shaw and pianist Janette Mason are uncluttered but never simple. Nigel Hitchcock's sax is Brecker-like on "Both Sides Now", while Lea Delaria's robust scatting and Claire Martin's cool elegance light up "Harlem In Havana" and "Night Ride Home".
If you're into jazz but not Joni, don't be put off. Quality musicians and stylish scoring make this a superb listen. --Kathryn Shackleton
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28 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I bought this album never having heard of Ian Shaw previously. My main reason for purchase was 1. I'm a big Joni Mitchell fan and was curious to hear how anyone could take on such personal songs (that I couldn't imagine anyone but Joni Mitchell singing) and 2. Being on Linn Records you know it's going to be a great quality recording.
When I put this into my SACD player the qulaity on the multi-channel layer knowocked me out - it's not a 'bells and whistles' mix - the surround being used mainly for ambience, but oh how Mr. Shaw's vocals jump out at you. The sub on the double bass is just right also.
Most importantly though Ian Shaws interpretation of the Joni Mitchell songs are exquisite (dare I say it I prefer this version of Edith and The Kingpin to the original). Something quite new is brought to each song with Ian Shaw being totally in control of these songs that I thought previously could not and should not be covered. The musicianship on the album is something to be admired as well with Richard Cottle figuring heavily on keyboards (a fellow welshman who played on many hits of the 80's working with 'clever' trevor horn).
What more can I say except one of those rare gems that you buy almost by chance and it turn out to be one of your favourite albums.
When I put this into my SACD player the qulaity on the multi-channel layer knowocked me out - it's not a 'bells and whistles' mix - the surround being used mainly for ambience, but oh how Mr. Shaw's vocals jump out at you. The sub on the double bass is just right also.
Most importantly though Ian Shaws interpretation of the Joni Mitchell songs are exquisite (dare I say it I prefer this version of Edith and The Kingpin to the original). Something quite new is brought to each song with Ian Shaw being totally in control of these songs that I thought previously could not and should not be covered. The musicianship on the album is something to be admired as well with Richard Cottle figuring heavily on keyboards (a fellow welshman who played on many hits of the 80's working with 'clever' trevor horn).
What more can I say except one of those rare gems that you buy almost by chance and it turn out to be one of your favourite albums.
14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I am usually disappointed by covers of original songs and never thought anyone could better Joni's own versions but Ian has triumphed on this album. 'A case of you' is one of the most emotional songs I have ever heard.
24 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This is the best collection of songs Ian Shaw has produced to date, by a country mile.
Not that there is much wrong with his earlier recordings, especially "Famous Rainy Day", but to actually IMPROVE on the damn near perfect Joni Mitchell originals here is a very impressive feat.
In my view, this is Ian Shaw's first "grown up" album, combining his exquisite, soulful voice and tasteful, understated piano accompaniment with some storming musicianship from the top drawer of UK jazz - Guy Barker and the Right Honourable Nigel Hitchcock add some scorching solos.
Please buy this record - and when you play it and you like it, go and watch him live - he's even better live!
Not that I'm a fan or anything....
Not that there is much wrong with his earlier recordings, especially "Famous Rainy Day", but to actually IMPROVE on the damn near perfect Joni Mitchell originals here is a very impressive feat.
In my view, this is Ian Shaw's first "grown up" album, combining his exquisite, soulful voice and tasteful, understated piano accompaniment with some storming musicianship from the top drawer of UK jazz - Guy Barker and the Right Honourable Nigel Hitchcock add some scorching solos.
Please buy this record - and when you play it and you like it, go and watch him live - he's even better live!
Not that I'm a fan or anything....
Most Recent Customer Reviews
listen, rejoice and maybe a few tears too.....
The pure joy in making this album is evident from chord 1: subtle and sublime material gives the amazing Mr Shaw`s instrument the platform to take us to the highs lows and every... Read more
Published 2 months ago by GillyB
Ian Shaw-Drawn to All Things
This is real slow burner. You need to listen a few times-ideally through headphones-to really appreciate Ian Shaw's superb vocals. Read more
Published on 14 July 2009 by S. Parlanti
ouch, buyer beware
I really don't know where to start on this one. I feel like someone who bought Bear Stearns stock the day before they were picked up for pocket change by JP Morgan. Read more
Published on 24 Mar 2008 by James Winter
a great album
the superb quality of Ians voice, the songs, and the musicians, all make this an addictive album for anyone who likes good vocal music. Read more
Published on 9 Feb 2008 by MARTIN WILD (AC/DC)
Soul food for healthy living!
For all who value good music along with food, drink and clean air as essentials ingredients of a well balanced life, Ian Shaw will enrich your days as only a few can. Read more
Published on 20 Dec 2006 by John Cooper
Great Joni Mitchell covers album
I've just bought this album and have fallen in love with it! Ian Shaw is a great singer so I was always going to buy this album, but I was surprised by how much I liked the Joni... Read more
Published on 5 April 2006 by Brian
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