Jazz delivered with class and restraint

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Catherine Russell came to solo recording late after a thriving career as a backup singer, including performing with the late David Bowie.

But the 63-year-old has caught up with a vengeance, releasing six beautifully calibrated albums that have established her as a fine interpreter of classic blues and jazz.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on April 04, 2019, with the headline Jazz delivered with class and restraint. Subscribe