Linnzi Zaorski
| Linnzi Zaorski | |
|---|---|
 Linnzi Zaorski at the Spotted Cat, 2004 | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | New Orleans, Louisiana |
| Genres | Jazz |
| Years active | 2002 – present |
| Associated acts | Delta Royale |
| Website | http://www.linnzizaorski.com |
Linnzi Zaorski is an American indie jazz singer and songwriter based in New Orleans, Louisiana. She started out performing with the New Orleans Jazz Vipers, and then formed her own backing band, Delta Royale, when she had the opportunity to get a regular gig in New Orleans.[1] Delta Royale has been described as a "formidable band"[2] for its instrumental talent. Zaorski still performs primarily in New Orleans,[3] but has also toured the United States performing in cities such as New York City and Los Angeles, California. She has released several albums, including Linnzi Zaorski & Delta Royale, Hotsy-Totsy, Hot Wax & Whiskey, It's a Wonderful Record, etc.
In September 2006, Zaorski was the subject of a national radio piece by National Public Radio commentator Andrei Codrescu.[4]
Linnzi Zaorski & Delta Royale
In 2002, Zaorski and Delta Royale recorded their self-titled debut album, including standards such as "The Way You Look Tonight", "Stars Fell on Alabama", and "Dream a Little Dream". The album contains seven live tracks recorded at the Spotted Cat in New Orleans and six studio tracks. Zaorski provides vocals, with Delta Royale providing guitar, bass, saxophone, clarinet, and trumpet. No drums appear on the recording.[2] New Orleans music magazine Offbeat described her as having earned recognition for the style of the album.[5] Another publication, the Gambit Weekly, described Zaorski and her debut album as being part of an influential traditional jazz movement in New Orleans that was bringing new energy to the scene.[2]
Hotsy-Totsy
Recorded in 2004, Hotsy-Totsy includes Zaorski's first original composition, "Better Off Dead", and standards such as "Hernando's Hideaway" and "It Don't Mean A Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)". Delta Royale added violin and washboard to the ranks, and recorded without clarinet or drums.[6] Offbeat Magazine describes Zaorski's first songwriting effort as fitting "snugly in the confines of Depression-era pop music".[7]
Discography
- Linnzi Zaorski & Delta Royale (2002)
- Hotsy-Totsy (2004)
- Hot Wax and Whiskey (2007)
- It's a Wonderful Record (2009) Summertone Recordings
- Naughty Sweetie (2011)
Other Appearances
- "Better Off Dead" was featured in the 2011 film The Mechanic with Linnzi Zaorski herself playing the "Jazz Club Singer"
References
- ↑ Johnson, Rheta Grimsley (2004-04-10). "A pout that breaks a thousand hearts...". Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Jordan, Scott (2003-02-11). "Old School, New Sounds". Gambit Weekly.
- ↑ "Upcoming Shows". Linnzizaorski.com. Retrieved 2007-03-12.
- ↑ Codrescu, Andrei (2006-09-27). "Hire My Talented New Orleans Friends". National Public Radio. Retrieved 2007-03-11.
- ↑ "Linnzi Zaorski & Delta Royale CD review". Offbeat Magazine. February 2003. Retrieved 2007-03-11.
- ↑ "Hotsy-Totsy". Louisiana Music Factory. Retrieved 2007-03-12.
- ↑ Blagg, Christopher. "Hotsy-Totsy CD review". Offbeat Magazine. Retrieved 2007-03-11.