Jeff Lorber teams up with jazz vocalist/songwriter, Carol Duboc, just two years after winning the Grammy for Best Instrumental album. Duboc’s 9th solo album entitled, “Restless,” is produced and co-written by Lorber and Duboc. The album also features legendary flutist Hubert Laws, guitarist Paul Jackson Jr, and drummer Gary Novak. Many critics agree this is Duboc’s best album to date!
The album features an all star cast of the best musicians on the planet including; Patrice Rushen on keyboards, Sheila E. on percussion, Mindi Abaire on sax, Bibi McGill, the music director for Beyonce and Pink on guitar, Rhonda Smith the bass player for Jeff Beck, Prince and more on upright and electric, Cora Coleman the drummer for Beyonce, Prince and more keeping the beats, Aubrey Logan on trombone and Jennifer Batten (Michael Jackson, Les Paul etc) on lead guitar! Read more »
Carol Duboc once again collaborates with 8 time Grammy Nominee and jazz keyboard legend, Jeff Lorber, on her upcoming release Colored Glasses. This is a funky and more upbeat follow up to her previous release, the chart topping Smile. Accompanied by some of the best musicians on the planet; Grammy Award winning drummer Vinnie Colaiuta, Bassist Jimmy Haslip, Flutist Hubert Laws and saxophonist Eric Marienthal, Duboc’s new release is soulful and heartfelt. A cross between Sade and Michael Franks with a hint of Earth Wind and Fire. Learn More »
CD Features performances by Grammy nominated keyboardist Jeff Lorber (who also co-wrote and co-produced the CD), Grammy award winning electric bassist Jimmy Haslip, Grammy nominated upright bassist Brian Bromberg, guitarist Michael Thompson, world-renowned flutist Hubert Laws and Grammy award winning drummer Vinnie Colaiuta.
Performed by Carol Duboc featuring three time Grammy nominee Hubert Laws on Flute. “Duboc ably captures the mountain-stream purity and tranquil contentment of Minnie Riperton” – Jazz Times Magazine
Songs For Lovers is a collection of sexy love songs for intimate occasions. In addition to the classics “Sexual Healing” and “Feel Like Making Love”, Duboc warms your hearts with 8 new originals including “My Valentine” which leaped to #13 on the smooth jazz charts its first week out.
“…keenly imaginative Duboc [is] one of the most interesting and dynamic jazz singers of her generation.”
– Jazz Times Magazine
“An impressed display of versatility”
– Don Heckman, L.A. Times
“…with a voice like spiced honey…”
– Jazz Times Magazine
Inspired by the tragic events of 9/11 and the possible removal of “God” from the Pledge of Allegiance, Carol was inspired to write and produce this CD. 40% of all proceeds to Gold Note Music, Inc. will be donated to the Salvation Army.
With the concept of approaching R&B as a jazz singer, Carol created what she calls “Urban Jazz.” The performances are improvisational, and most of the vocals were sung live with her trio. Many of the songs were actually written while improvising! Blessed by guest performances from Hubert Laws, Gerald Albright, Wayne Johnson and many more, this CD is a collection of new “standards.”