Bernard Purdie : Soul to JazzBernard Purdie's 'Soul to Jazz' project takes two different approaches: The first part focuses on the renowned WDR Big Band led by Gil Goldstein. Soul classics such as Stevie Wonder's 'Superstition', 'When a Man Loves a Woman', Eddie Harris's 'Freedom Jazz Dance' and Lee Morgan's famous groove tune, 'Sidewinder', are interpreted in large scale sound. One discovery of these recordings amidst all the renowned guest soloists is the New York born singer,

Heaven and Hell

You and I - Valerie June

tin pan alley and Stephen Foster filtered through Tom's unique world view and lyrical genius

Do Nothing Till You Hear from Me - Billie Holiday (5)

with influences spanning Plan B

Big Boots - Elvis Presley

and yet refreshing

Sweet Mary - Big Brother and the Holding Company (6

The legendary British band

Glenn Hansard and Dermot Kennedy among his growing number of fans

Jealousy - Pet Shop Boys (4

On & On (Look Away) - Delta Spirit