I have cleared this with the moderator:
Grammy Members:
As you know, the final voting process for this year's awards has begun. I am asking you to consider the disc I entered for this year, "I'm All Smiles". It is in the category of Best Jazz Vocal. You can hear high-quality examples from the CD by visiting this link:
http://www.hufkerrecording.com/soundsample.html#debbysoundsa mples
THE NUMBER IS 041 IN CATEGORY 46.I think this CD is a fine example of what is often talked about in this forum: it is lightly processed, pretty well mixed with great tunes and great performances. This is our attempt at making a recording in the classic recording/mastering style of the 50s and 60s. Everyone performed together at once in the studio. Only two overdubs were done. Both were guitar solos. Absolutely *no* autotuning. It is my hope people will always find this CD enjoyable because of the music and the technical approach we've taken.
As you know, it is very hard for smaller projects to receive any real exposure, especially to Grammy members. The jazz market is so small and the number of stations so few.
It is my hope, "I'm All Smiles" will meet your standards for Best Jazz Vocal and will receive your vote.
PLEASE DO NOT POST COMMENTS ABOUT THE MERIT OF THE AWARDS OR THE ORGANIZATION. This was heavily discussed last year. In fact, no comment at all is required, just your consideration.
With great thanks,
Barry