MOONRAY, by James Hudson

MOONRAY

by James Hudson

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1.	On A Clear Day 04:14	buy track
2.	Feed The Birds 05:17	buy track
3.	From This Moment On 04:20	buy track
4.	Moonray 03:37	buy track
5.	That's All 05:20	buy track
6.	Sing For Your Supper 04:45	buy track
7.	Four 04:19	buy track
8.	Careless 04:35	buy track
9.	Sunny 04:35	buy track
10.	The Nearness Of You 02:55	buy track

about

James Hudson is proud to present the brand-new album Moonray. In addition to a well versed and trusted rhythm section, Moonray features horns, strings and vibraphone, resulting in a showcase of a unique thirteen-piece band, projecting a high impact sound that perfectly compliments James Hudson’s mesmerising vocals. This accomplished recording charts a natural progression from James Hudson’s previous work; both the rare and impressive combination of instruments and scale of the ensemble are notably daring elements to this project.

The repertoire on Moonray has been meticulously selected, with Hudson choosing a number of enigmatic and mysterious songs to arrange and perform, that are befitting of the album title. He explains that his vision was to “combine the sounds of the George Shearing Quintet with the style of the Marty Paich Dek-tette / Mel Torme albums, to create my own unique line-up with a contemporary flavour.” With this approach, James Hudson has added a thought-provoking atmosphere to what is undoubtably an engaging listen.

As one of very few artists of his generation producing and recording this style of music, Hudson takes a bold step with this ambitious and compelling new opus. Moonray is a celebration of James Hudson as an artist with both creativity and passion, that will enable the young jazz star to continue to flourish as one of the very best singers on the scene today.

credits

released March 15, 2024

James Hudson - Vocals / Producer
Tom Smith - Arranger / Saxophones / Bass Clarinet
Luke Tomlinson - Drums / Percussion
Jack Tustin - Bass
Nick Fitch - Guitar
Joe Hill - Piano
Tom Walsh - Trumpet / Flugelhorn
Ralph Wyld - Vibraphone

Dan Oates - Violin 1
Rosie Judge - Violin 2
Jordan Sian - Viola
Susie Blankfield - Cello 1
Bryony Moody - Cello 2

Recording Studio: Livingston Studios
Studio Engineers: Marcus Locock & Darren Williams
Mixing Engineer: Darren Williams at The Den Studios
Mastering Engineer: Geoff Pesche at Abbey Road Studios
Artwork & Photography: Nedim Nazerali
Graphic Design: Ollie Hayward
CD Manufacturing: Alpha Duplication
Vinyl Manufacturing: Packaged Sounds

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James Hudson London, UK

British jazz vocalist James Hudson has all of the unique qualities that epitomise the 21st century jazz singer. An assured and charming performer, his natural affinity with an audience is complemented by effortless vocals, tasteful phrasing and interpretive prowess.

His debut album 'TOMORROW' was awarded 'Album Of The Week' on Jazz FM and has a new album coming out in Spring 2024! ... more