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LJ Folk
L J Folk has been making music since the late 70's, as a songwriter, guitarist, producer, educator, and,
most rewarding for his listeners: Singer.
His award-winning voice has been described as, “Sheer perfection,” (Lesley Mitchell-Clarke -WholeNote Magazine).
His live shows showcase his ability to vocally lift well-known songs to newer, exciting places.
The highlight of his latest, NEAR ME is a duet with Canada’s jazz vocal jewel, Emilie-Claire Barlow, on L J's arrangement of Bacharach/David's
"The Look of Love." View it here: https://youtu.be/Rt2OvtN7fjM
2017 saw Porsche Motor Sport licensing L J's original Big Band song, "(It's Gonna Be A) Great
Year," From his "Parking For Meatballs" CD (2014), for a New Year's promotion. View it here:
Awards
2006 Durham Music Awards (Male Vocalist & Album)
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"If you love vocal jazz, you will want to add this high-energy artist to your collection. I give LJ a HIGHLY RECOMMENDED" —Dick Metcalf, CADENCE MAGAZINE, October 2015
"As a vocalist, Folk is nothing short of breathtaking – expressive and compelling, his voice effortlessly and consistently delivers the goods. Despite the whimsical title, this CD is a work of incredible depth and artistry and certainly one of the finest vocal jazz recordings of the year." —Lesley Mitchell-Clarke, The WHOLENOTE MAGAZINE, April 2015
Frank Sinatra
vocals
Ed Bickert
guitar
Miles Davis
trumpet
Kurt Elling
vocals
Bill Evans
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LJ Folk
Location: Toronto
Instrument: Guitar and vocals
Born: May 7, 1958
