Scott Yanow
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She’s come up with a flawless 12-track album which covers songs written by such diverse composers as Thelonious Monk and the Gershwin brothers, not to mention one of her own. Her voice is as immaculate as her control of it – one minute she’s scatting, the next giving a ballad her own special treatment. She tackles Monk’s Straight No Chaser, a difficult number for a vocalist, with the aplomb of a long-time pro – singing the words and scatting to Art Lande's excellent Monk impression of SNC. She does the same with Blue Monk but one of the outstanding tracks – and it’s difficult to pick out one – is her delicious version of Black Orpheus. Tina is a real find and aficionados of the idiom should make this a must disc to add to their collection. Outstandingly good. Tracklisting: Angel Eyes, Straight No Chaser, Then I’ll Be Tired Of You, Black Orpheus, Where Will I Be, It’s All Right With Me, Morning, Cheek To Cheek, How Long Has This Been Going On, Blue Monk, It Might As Well Be Spring, Don’t Blame Me.
Mike Cook - www.euroclubdejazz.com
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Tina Phillips bebop jazz singer was cool and sweet.
Tim Van Schmidt for King Koncert/NewWestFest
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"A fine singer who always has a smile in her voice, Tina Phillips does justice to every song she interprets without being shy to take chances. She is consistently fun to watch."
Scott Yanow, jazz journalist and author of nine jazz books
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Nominated for 2006 Mayors Awards For Excellence in the Arts
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Nominated and selected for listing in Worlds Who's Who In
Jazz, Cabaret Music and Entertainment volumes II & III