Charlotte Mclean is emerging as one of Australia’s most captivating and original vocalists. Possessed of a velvety-smooth voice, she produces her own addictive style and her original tunes have garnered critical and popular acclaim. Charlotte’s exemplary skills as an improviser allow her to put a fresh spin on classic jazz repertoire, and she sings with honesty, strength and a unique combination of contemporary musical influences.

Having had a passion for music and performance from a young age, Charlotte released her second originals album 'Magnolia' in June 2020, which was met with great praise. She was thrilled to be named a finalist in the prestigious Queensland Music Awards (Jazz Category) for her original music in 2021. In 2023, Charlotte released her third originals album 'Spinning wheels and sideshows', along with a trio jazz album titled 'I know why and so do you' and a live album titled ‘Live at the Jazz Club’.

Her impressive body of work led to her being nominated for the esteemed Freedman Fellowship Jazz Award in 2023.

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01. I Can't Give You Anything But Love (McHugh/Fields)
02. Come Rain or Come Shine (Arlen/Mercer)
03. Warfare (Mclean)
04. I Fall in Love Too Easily (Styne/Cahn)
05. You Make Me Feel So Young (Myrow/Gordon)
06. A Comfortable Weight (Mclean)
07. What is This Thing Called Love? (Porter)
08. Tobacco Soldiers (Mclean)
09. Centerpiece (Edison/Hendricks)


Venue: JMI Live

Date: 5th May, 2024

Personnel:
Charlotte Mclean - vocals
Ben Hauptmann - guitar
Nick Quigley - bass
Christopher Evans - drums
Chris James - alto saxophone on 1 and 9

Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Andrew Garton

Artwork image taken Andrew Garton