Joe Jackson To Release Duke Ellington Tribute Album ‘The Duke’
True
to Jackson’s word, The Duke is a decidedly unconventional salute to
Ellington, demonstrating the timeless brilliance of his classic
compositions while showcasing Jackson’s sublime skills as an arranger,
instrumentalist and vocal interpreter. Although it’s only the second
time he’s recorded an album not comprised of his own compositions, The
Duke is nonetheless a deeply personal project for Jackson, whose
longstanding affinity for Ellington’s pioneering spirit has served as a
key inspiration throughout his own three-decades-plus career. To continue, please click “MORE”!