REVIEWS & QUOTES:

"Pamela Luss' third CD for Savant is her most rewarding thus far. That is due to an inspired repertoire, her increasingly mature interpretations of lyrics, and an indescribable magic that occurs on most of these selections. Luss is a jazz singer who does not scat, she sticks to the lyrics, and she keeps her improvisations consistently melodic. The improvising is in her placement of notes and in the feeling that she gives to the words. While she at times displays a high voice, particularly during the first few selections of Magnet, at other times she sounds surprisingly comfortable in her lower register. Pianist John DiMartino, who contributed most of the arrangements for this project, is a major asset. The variety, which is emphasized in the arrangements, can be felt in a repertoire that ranges from a heartfelt "Why Did I Choose You" and the ironic "No, Not Much" to the sentimental "Glad To Be Unhappy," a slow ballad version of "Quiet Nights" (with no bossa nova in sight) and a cooking "More." Accompanied by a top-notch rhythm section (with three different bassists taking turns), Pamela Luss is also occasionally joined by a horn player (tenor great Houston Person is on six selections) and takes "No, Not Much" as a vocal duet with Freddy Cole. This well-conceived set is highly recommended."

Review of Magnet - All Music Guide, Scott Yanow

"Another year, and another significant step forward in Pamela Luss' progression toward the upper reaches of contemporary jazz-cabaret singers. Last year, with the release of Your Eyes, she found her emotional core, proving herself an admirably heartfelt balladeer. Now, Luss has learned to swing. Not that this fourteen-track set is lacking in ballads. Indeed, Luss delivers lovely readings of "For All We Know," "Bewitched," "Moon River," "Quiet Nights" and John Lennon's "Imagine," and serves up, in the company of tenor sax master Houston Person (who appeared throughout Your Eyes, and here adds delicious licks to five other tracks), a particularly poignant "Why Did I Choose You?" But it is the upbeat numbers a sunlit "I've Never Been In Love Before," a blissfully satisfied "More," a joyously vibrant reading of the Godspell's anthem "Day by Day" (with Joel Frahm, on soprano, stepping in for Person) and, most enjoyably, a sublime pairing with Freddy Cole on the Four Lads chestnut "No, Not Much" that shine brightest and most strongly point to the sharp, skyward slant of Luss' career trajectory."

Review of Magnet- Jazztimes, Christopher Loudon.

"A full-house welcomed vocalist Pamela Luss as she took the stage at Birdland...Less was more as Firth's gentle approach to the song (I Could Have Told You So) had him holding back‚ barely touching the keys‚ caressing Luss' voice as she sang the lyrics, I could have told you, she'd hurt you. she'd love you a while, then desert you. If only you asked..." Someone pass the tissues. Luss was truly powerful in the simplicity of her interpretation...Pamela Luss may be early in her pursuit of her dream as a jazz vocalist, but her crisp voice, spot-on in- tonation and phrasing, and pure love of the music will be taking her on a long, long journey...and I'm happy to catch her when I can along the way."

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Live Review of Birdland - JazzImprov's NY Guide, Annie Simmons

"You won't be able to put down this CD once you hear it..."Day By Day" (Schwartz/Tebelak) from the 1971 Off-Broadway show "Godspell" reminds me of Dame Cleo Laineís indelible rendition. Pamela takes it on a swinging jazz ride youíll never forget. The show ran for over 6 years, but Pamela's version here is sure to last much longer...

Her Take on "Moon River" (Mancini/Mercer) can certainly put psychiatrists out of business. Ms. Luss can calm any jittery person into a pleasurable desired calmness." CLICK HERE for full review:

Review of "Magnet" - In-Tune International, Dan Singer

"Pamela Luss is a very special jazz vocalist, whose vocal ability and musical maturity grow with each new release. Pamela has a beautiful way of singing Jazz without getting in the way of the song that is quite refreshing and wonderful!. "Magnet" is positively a top priority playlist CD!"

John Nasshan - Jazz Host - KUNV 91.5fm Las Vegas

"Magnet is a very musical album with great standards. Pamela Luss has an extraordinary voice. She is the real deal-a true jazz singer!"

Barbara Kaiser, host of "Jazz &... on WRPI- 91.5 FM

Pamela Luss-Magnet...This CD by vocalist Pamela Luss features a yearning mix of 13 standards and one rock classic (Imagine). All of the choices show off Luss' pearly intonation and dramatic vocal chops...The CD's high point for me is Moon River, which has a Simon & Garfunkel, Scarborough Fair-ish arrangement that plays well off the Mancini-Mercer tune. Luss' voice captures the song's child-like innocence and lyrical homage to wanderlust."

- Jazzwax.com

Check out what clothing designer Keith Lissner wrote about Pamela. He wrote Pamela's shows at Birdland and Enzo's Jazz Room on Guest of a Guest. CLICK HERE.

"To paraphrase Sammy Cahn, Luss is lovelier the second time around...There's a warmth and soft delicacy to "Your Eyes" that advances Luss from the middle of the contemporary jazz-cabaret vocal pack, placing her squarely behind front runner Jane Monheit. Proving herself equally adept at capturing the exuberant romanticism of "Our Day Will Come", "Wild Is Love", and Brenda Russell's delightfully lustful "Get Here" as the contemplative ache of "Send In the Clowns" and "Ev'ry Time We Say Goodbye, " Luss has indeed found her heart. And, as demonstrated on quite possibly the finest-to-date interpretation of Alan and Marilyn Bergman's 'How Do You Keep The Music Playing?' She knows how to break it with excruciating tenderness."

- Christopher Loudon, JazzTimes- June, 2007

"A wonderful singer..!"- Jerry Lewis

"..Ms. Luss shows that she is a superior jazz singer, whether being sensual on "Baby Don't You Quit Now," finding surprising life in a faster-than-usual "Over the Rainbow," or swinging on "Our Day Will Come."

-Scott Yanow, All Music Guide- 2007

"Pamela Luss is a jazz vocalist to look out for..If each tune is a test to Ms. Luss, she gets an A plus twelve times over..Pamela Luss's Your Eyes is certainly an out of the park home-run..She is a formidable vocalist with many facets and musical ideas to go with each."

Dave Miele, Jazz Improv's NY Guide- May 2007

"Pamela Luss has an interesting voice combining baby doll innocence and sensual sultriness, a cooing sound that can really get under your skin...She is capable of making you believe whatever she sings and making even bland songs sound good."

Cadence Magazine- Phillip McNally- July 2007

"Luscious Pamela Luss, one of New York City's finest jazz singers, is as easy on the ears as she is on the eyes with Your Eyes on the Savant imprint"

Good Times Magazine- May 2007

"Here's a handful of 12 songs masterly delivered by a wonderful singer. In Will Friedwald's knowledgeable and most descriptive liner notes he points out that Pamela has a knack for enhancing and enriching the already familiar music territories that we have loved throughout the years. An example is "Over the Rainbow". Taken at a brief pace, she coos this masterpiece to brand new heights. Then there's the familiar oldie " The Look of Love". Her fresh and springy scat version sounds so brand new. Her flawless "Send in the Clowns" is effortlessly and vibrantly done. Aided by the distinguished tenor saxophone player Houston Person on many songs, Pamela continues to prove that she is a most innovative performer."

Dan Singer, In-Tune International- April 2007

"Pam has a gentle warm voice. She is echoed by the warm sax of Houston Person or Aaron Heick making for a lot of romantic moments. We enjoyed the beauty of her voice on 'How Do You Keep The Music Playing?' a duet with pianist John di Martino..She sings a dozen standards overall, standing in front of the band with clearly articulated lyrics and a stage like voice."

D. Oscar Grromes, O's Place Jazz Newsletter- 2007

" A real gem...Pamela shines on this new record!..I can play these tracks right alongside Frank, Ella and Tony and they add a wonderful contemporary sound to the radio station.

- David Hendrickson- 1420 am The Breeze- WJUB- (about "Your Eyes" )- 2007

"To use one word to describe this CD, "TASTY"...It's hard to beat Judy Garland's "Over the Rainbow" however I feel Pamela has reached that kind of quality."

- Alan Rock-WUCF FM (about "Your Eyes" )- 2007

"..."Your Eyes" has it all! Pamela Luss is extraordinary...Pamela's sensitivity and understanding of the lyrics are evident.."How Do You Keep The Music Playing?" breathtaking,.."Our Day Will Come"- polished and perfect, "The Look of Love"- nice swing, 100 % quality..."- Timothy Schwer- WMBS- Uniontown, PA.

(about "Your Eyes" )- 2007

"What a great discovery with Pamela Luss! She has a sultry voice reminiscent of Jo Stafford.." -Jeff Gehringer- KSPA (about "Your Eyes" )- 2007

" I should know better than to think every possible "great interpretation" of the standards has been done. Pamela Luss just blows away any such thoughts with her new CD, "Your Eyes". - Jim Parsons- Shake Rattlle Showtime/Story Behind the Song- 21 stations

(about "Your Eyes" )- 2007

"Fittingly, the night began with Another Star by Stevie Wonder. Luss's dead on pitch was evident..Luss sounded beautiful, holding out notes, whispering some notes, and strongly pronouncing others her relaxed vocals danced over the songs..Pamela's groove was sultry and soulful..Pamela Luss will surely wow listeners wherever she goes."

Joe Knipes- Jazz Improv's NY Guide- Live Review- May 2006

"On a Thursday night late set at Dizzy's Club Coca Cola(Jazz at Lincoln Center) in Manhattan, I came across vocalist Pamela Luss...Ms. Luss filled up the one of the finest jazz clubs in New York City for an 11pm set and did not disappoint those who stayed up late...Pamela Luss is one of those voices who takes things in a different direction musically and has the chops to back it up...Luss delivered a beautiful version of "Send in the Clowns." Luss can make you sit and cry right in your drink during her rendition...I left this gig saying I will probably say to myself within a year "I remember seeing Pamela Luss when she was doing the late night sets at Dizzy's. Look at her now!"

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James Rosen, Inside Connection- Live Review- Sept 2006

"Pretty enough to be Meadow Soprano's older sister, Pamela Luss has a solid set of pipes and a robustness many less solid singers would envy."

- Christopher Loudon, JazzTimes-2006

READ A REVIEW of Pamela's CD in All About Jazz by Stephen Latessa, click here: Allaboutjazz.com.

Reprinted with permission. Copyright (c) 2006

"Producer, alto sax and flute player Vincent Herring has come up with a most appealing collection of one dozen songs for Pamela to make her disc debut. She has the vocal similarity of Nancy Willson and Wesla Whitfield while adding much of her very own independent sound..The Gershwins' "Embraceable You" is a real emotional torch sung song. It's bursting with painful dramatic singing..Jobim's "The Waters of March", one of the most difficult songs to sing, is a down and out finger snapping masterpiece...Pamela's future looks bright."

- Dan Singer, In-Tune International-August 2006

"Crisp is the word which comes immediately to mind when first hearing Pamela Luss, and then the deep meaning of interpretation seeps through. This is a talent who knows how to imbue the words with emotion and warmth, an ability not often combined with superb pitch."

- Don Kennedy, the Don Kennedy Show- Big Band Jump(30 stations).

"Just finished listening to the Pamela Luss CD and am totally impressed. What a breath of fresh air...No problem in scheduling airplay for this talent. Pamela is a winner!!!"

- Ben Miller, The Ben Miller Show- National Radio Syndicators, Inc.(117stations).

"Pamela Luss is the real thing! She sings with passion and conviction, and is a welcome addition to the young generation of singers who are keeping the Great American Songbook alive! This marvelous collection deserves to be heard by young and old alike."

- Ron Della Cheisa- Easy 99.1 Fm- WPLM

"...She handles each tune with good phrasing. Not only that..but she allows those musicians a chance to display those classy arrangements. I'm putting a gold star next to her name. "

- Eddie Hubbard- ABC Radio Networks, "Stardust Format"(157 radio stations).

" It's great to see another young artist devoted to the classic standards...It appears she is well on her way to achieving the success that Monheit and Buble have achieved..."

- Dick Carr, WOR Radio Network, Big Bands, Ballads, and Blues(60 stations).

"Pamela Luss is perfect for us..I know our listeners are going to 'listen up' to this new voice..."

- David Allan, WABY, WUAM

"Wow...What a great talent! What a great CD!

- The Joey Renolds Show- # 1 overnight show in the US, WOR-AM

"..This lady has one fantastic voice. It's unusual that one cut after another is a winner, however this is one unusual CD."

- Alan Rock, 88.9- WUCF- FM

"..Pamela has an intriguing voice..this CD is best experienced continuously from start to finish..."

- Ken Clark, Program Director/Morning Show Host- BIG WRIG 1390 AM

"Pamela Luss, like Jane Monheit, Diana Krall and Michael Buble, is part of a new generation of vocalists with a passion for beautiful songs and the ability to bring them to life." Vincent Herring

"As far as Jazz vocalists go... I've never heard anyone like her!" Jeremy Pelt

"Pamela Luss's singing shines bright with a new enthusiasm that of a kid who has discovered his/herself for the first time. It is good to see someone with that look in their eyes toward their craft... So all I can say is watch out for her she is already here."

Greg Hutchinson

"Here is a voice you will never forget!! Her singing is so special...She has beautiful, sexy, sultry tones and her unique style is untouchable...Pamela is a very serious and hardworking artist and I have much respect for her work... What an interesting and unique new approach to a potpourri of great songs with refreshing arrangements!!!"

-Paulette McWilliams

INTERVIEWS

For all scheduled live interviews, please check the SCHEDULE PAGE page.

Pamela's published interview in Jazz Improv's NY Jazz Guide Magazine February 2007 issue: CLICK HERE

Pamela's published interview and review in Stars Illustrated with Maximillien de Lafayette: CLICK HERE