Written by Jordan Richardson “Denise Donatelli is a mesmerizing jazz vocalist, in command of her expressive instrument while offering her heart and soul with each note. There is kind-heartedness and a quiet beauty to these songs, which allow a true…
Written by Melody Breyer-Grell “A truly elegant outing, What Lies Within will appeal to the most fastidious connoisseur of contemporary jazz vocals.”
Written by John Book She is smooth, sensual, and has a resilience that is almost hypnotic. Donatelli doesn’t overuse her vibrato, it reminds me sometimes of the approach Miles Davis had with his trumpet. His trumpet was his voice, and…
Written by Chris Spector, Editor and Publisher “Certainly a highly tasty vocal date, everyone here has a lot on the ball and you can hear it loud and clear. Powered by a solid, powerful voice, this is a date that…
Written by Don Heckman “Donatelli has a marvelous instrument, blessed with a honey and cognac sound, effortless range, and the capacity to articulate every note – whether Autobahn cruising or on-the-beach strolling – with relaxed precision.”
Written by Ken Dryden “Donatelli’s warm and confident vocals are flawless throughout the session, exuding a freshness that is rarely heard on vocal jazz CDs.”
Written by John Gilbert What Lies Within – 5 STARS “This is an album that has all that the jazz lover could wish for, an all star grouping plus a singer that has the innate ability to impart her message…
Written by Edward Blanco “Singing softly and with measured emotion, Donatelli delivers a warm performance on the ballad.. a jazz singer who belongs in the upper echelon of modern jazz vocalists. Her performance, along with the accompaniment from an ensemble…
Written by Grady Harp “Denise Donatelli owns a magnificent voice with a very wide range and is so at home in every style she approaches that she both excites and soothes with every note she sings. She is definitely in…
Written by Scott Yanow “Whether tackling a bop-oriented standard, a drone piece or a pop composition with complex harmonies, Donatelli always sounds relaxed and natural. Singing seems as easy for her as talking is for the rest of us. She…