Kurt Elling, Live In Concert: Newport Jazz 2012

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Kurt Elling performs at the 2012 Newport Jazz Festival.

Erik Jacobs for NPR

A classic male singer, Kurt Elling has an old-school vibe to everything from his mannered stage banter to his declamatory, full-chested delivery. But he isn't afraid to write brainy, twisty lyrics over an obscure jazz number, or take a pop song back to the drawing board. He can do a lot with his voice, you see, and the band featuring long-time collaborator Laurence Hobgood, a pianist, helps to set the stage.

Set List

• "Come Fly With Me"
• "Dedicated To You"
• "Samurai Cowboy"
• "On Broadway"
• "Waking"
• "Skylark"
• "Golden Lady"

Personnel

• Kurt Elling, voice
• Laurence Hobgood, piano
• John McLean, guitar
• Clark Sommers, bass
• Kendrick Scott, drums