| Innocent Of Nothing | 
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Category: Music
Artist: Marilyn Scott
Publisher: CreateSpace
Studio: CreateSpace
Manufacturer: CreateSpace
Label: CreateSpace
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.5 x 5.5 x 0.3
MPN: 11
UPC: 698268001121
EAN: 0698268001121
ASIN: B000F9TCL4
Release Date: November 13, 2008
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| Tracks:
| • | Round & Round | | • | 'Round Midnight | | • | Icebox | | • | Spring Can Really Hang You Up the Most | | • | Moods - Steve Connell, Marilyn Scott | | • | It's Alright, Ma (I'm Only Bleeding) | | • | Share It | | • | Wilderness | | • | Flame | | • | Change |
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Album Description
With Innocent Of Nothing, Marilyn's beautiful and beguiling 2006 Prana Entertainment release, this gloriously gifted vocalist and songwriter has fashioned a stunning collection of ten tracks that manages to sound fresh and familiar, yet instantly recognizable and utterly unique.
"Marilyn is one of those artists who's comfortable singing in many diverse formats, " says George Duke, Innocent Of Nothing's producer and long-time Marilyn collaborator, "She constantly looks for ways to challenge and better herself as a singer and writer, and I find working with her a continuously evolving process of creativity."
Embarking on a trademark blend of jazz accents, blues intensity and pure, passionate soul, Innocent Of Nothing also takes Marilyn Scott into some thrilling new sonic realms, with original songs and inspired covers that speak directly to the hopes and fears, the wisdom and folly, of contemporary life.
With Innocent Of Nothing, Marilyn takes that journey a giant step further with music that builds on all that's come before even as it points in some dazzling new directions. (It should also be noted that in 2005 Marilyn found herself with the distinct honor of having two separate albums charting on the Billboard Jazz Charts simultaneously for 14 weeks - Handpicked on Contemporary Jazz and Nightcap on Traditional Jazz - the only vocalist in Billboard history to ever accomplish this feat.)
From the wry and revealing insights of "Icebox" to the swooning cinematic imagery of "A Flame;" from the sadder-but-wiser sentiments of "Round And Round," to the powerful plea of "A Change," it is clear that Marilyn is revealing rich, resonant and intensely personal aspects of herself through melody and lyric. Her rendition of Monk's "Round Midnight" stands as one of the most original and affecting versions ever recorded of that classic, while her interpretation of "It's Alright, Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)", Bob Dylan's potent protest song, is nothing short of a revelation.
The same might be said for two selections that stand as the center of this remarkable album. "Moods," with its haunting spoken interlude, evokes the deepest and most delicate emotional shades, while "The Wilderness" uses poetic metaphors to express an urgent environmental message.
The singular achievement of Innocent Of Nothing is ably abetted by a world-class line-up of supporting musicians headed by producer George Duke, who has worked closely with Marilyn on many of her most notable recordings, including 2004's Nightcap (a Top 10 Jazz record and the best-selling album of Marilyn's career-to-date), as well as 1998's Grammy-nominated "The Look Of Love" from Avenues Of Love. Also on hand for the Innocent Of Nothing sessions, an inestimable backing band that includes bassists Jimmy Haslip (Yellowjackets) and Brian Bromberg; drummer Vinnie Colaiuta and percussionist Lenny Castro; keyboardists Patrice Rushen, Russell Ferrante (Yellowjackets) and John Beasley; saxophonist Steve Tavaglione; guitarists Ray Fuller and Mike Miller among others.
Recorded late last year in just three days at Duke's home studio in Los Angeles, Innocent Of Nothing does indeed bear all the consummately crafted earmarks of accomplished players in a seamless musical mesh. But for all it's extemporaneous flair, the album also reflects a well-disciplined songwriting craft that has distinguished Marilyn from the beginning of her long career which included such hit recordings as "You Don't Know Me," "I'm Calling You," "The Last Day," and "Don't Let Love Get Away."
"Writing is the most consistent part of what I do," Marilyn concludes. "I love playing live because of the direct connection with the audience and being in the studio is a great creative stimulus. But none of it would work without the songs. Whether I'm writing them, co-writing them or just discovering other people's material for myself, it's songs that seem to express most clearly who I am and what makes a difference to me."This product is manufactured on demand using CD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.
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 Wonderful! July 21, 2008
Another great album from Marilyn Scott! Her voice never ceases to amaze me. Can't get enough of "Round and Round" and "Round Midnight."
Great Album July 20, 2008
I love this album! I've been a fan of Marilyn's from day 1 and this album delivered just like the last. Her voice is smooth and jazzy as always. My favorite track is "Round and Round". I love the lyrics and the music. This album is definitely a winner!
 Old standards sound great redone by Marilyn November 16, 2006
The old songs as well as the new sound awesome as always with Marilyn Scott. She is the queen of smooth jazz female vocalists in my opinion!
Modern Vocal Jazz at its Best August 16, 2006
0 out of 4 found this review helpful
Marilyn Scott comes at jazz from a modern, pop-flavored direction. I first heard her with the Yellowjackets, and she has a lengthy list of credits doing studio work in the blues and contemporary "smooth jazz." Her voice is irresistible, soulfully smooth and pliant with a hint of gravel at the top of her range.
Her new CD, Innocent of Nothing, includes two standards--Thelonious Monk's "Round Midnight" placed in a somewhat overdramatic setting, and "Spring Can Really Hang You Up the Most," given a beautifully dynamic reading. Seven of the album's ten tracks were co-written by Scott herself--the leadoff "Round and Round," written with YJ pianist Russ Ferrante, is a standout. "Icebox," a collaboration with Ferrante and bassman Jimmy Haslip, has that contemporary funk that characterizes much of the Yellowjackets' songbook. In "The Wilderness," the singer/lyricist dreams of getting away from the city, and on "A Change," she and producer George Duke hope for better days to come.
You might not think of Bob Dylan as a jazz composer, but "It's Alright Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)" works surprisingly well in this Jacket-like arrangement--it doesn't swing, but it grooves along on a pianistic bed complemented by tasteful electric guitar and soprano sax. And, considering the current state of the union, there is extra poignancy in her delivery of the line, "Even the President of the United States sometimes must have to stand naked."
Though Scott's music wouldn't be considered "timeless," Innocent of Nothing presents an attractive singer with an attractive voice in a pleasant, relaxing and enjoyable setting. There's nothing wrong with that!
Originally published in Port Folio Weekly, 8/1/06.
Copyright 2006 Jim Newsom/Port Folio Weekly. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission.
Great Buy August 14, 2006
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I am a newly found Marilyn Fan. I was not familiar with her previous albums and I was pleasantly supprised when I discovered Innocent of Nothing. Her smooth jazz vocals combined with great music lines were a treat. My favorite cuts were "Icebox" and "Round and Round". Innocent of Nothing, is a great buy for any jazz lover, hands down!
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