Allison Mann, 'The Right Time'

Mellow and upbeat jazz come together to create the perfect mix. Excellent background music for a dinner, or for just hanging around. The uplifting lyrics, and smooth instrumentals make it an ideal feel-good CD. Mann releases her first album, with production help from Colin James McCaffery. The ten-track recording includes music and lyrics written by McCaffery, and co-written by Mann and McCaffery. The collection also includes the Nat King Cole standard "Straighten Up and Fly Right". Mann's rich voice and smooth instrumentals give the album a very relaxing touch. - Kate Dubenetsky