The Pursuit, Jamie Cullum
Jamie Cullum was catapulted into spotlight after his 2003 debut Twentysomething marked him out as the poster child for the new age of Jazz. His second album received a much more muted response - behind the scenes he's been busy toiling away.
There is no doubting Cullum's tremendous talent. In his latest release, The Pursuit, a new-found confidence is clearly evident and fans will notice a slight veer away from the jazz sound he is famous for as he visits other genres.
Tracks to look out for are the opening Just One Of Those Things, recorded with the Count Basie orchestra at Tony Bennett's studio; the beautiful Love Aint't Gonna Let You Down; and Mixtape, featuring none other that the dulcet tones of Sophie Dahl herself as part of the backing vocal.
This album is a must for loyal lovers of Jamie Cullum's music, and for those who want to hear something genuinely surprising and original.
Out 9th November
