Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Vocalist & Educator Shawnn Monteiro .. She just released a new 2021 CD called you You Are There - You Are There .. It is her sixth release overall and third for Whaling City Sound .. Overall , her artistry is crafted in the mold of Sarah Vaughan, Carmen McCrae, and Nancy Wilson. Her father was the late renowned bassist Jimmy Woode, veteran of the Duke Ellington band. She also go a lot of musical inspiration and guidance from her Godfather, Clark Terry. Finally, Latin Percussion legend Mongo Santamaria discovered her working in a club in San Jose, California and signed her on the spot to tour with his band. Her story is a grand one .. Enjoy ..
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