Jazz trumpeter, composer and winner of the 2024 Peter Whittingham Jazz Award, Olivia Cuttill, announces the release of her new album – …And Writing And Singing And Tunes To Be Swingin’.
Influenced by the soul of New Orleans and the music of Louis Armstrong, Dr. John, Nina Simone and Randy Newman, Cuttill’s original compositions combine expressive trumpet improvisation with lyrical storytelling that explores themes of love, loss, stardom, hypochondria and gratitude.
…And Writing And Singing And Tunes To Be Swingin’ features a stellar line-up of musicians: Issey Chivers (vocals), Tom Harris (piano), Josh Vadiveloo (bass), Miles Pillinger (drums) and special guest Alex Fisher (tenor saxophone).
As the third generation in a family of musicians – all of whom appear on the album – Cuttill brings a personal, emotive touch to each track. Highlights include the gospel infused ‘Show Biz Casino’, a joyful celebration of life as a musical gamble; a witty vocalese twist on Bobby Timmons’ ‘Moanin’; and the heartwarming ‘There’s A House Down By The Station’, layered with recordings of Cuttill’s late grandfather, jazz pianist Geoff Cuttill. The album closes with a soulful rendition of ‘Cryin’ Time’, paying tribute to Olivia’s love for blues and country crossover, while tracks like ‘I’ve Won The Lottery’ and ‘The Boogie Woogie Bug’ celebrate the magic of family, swing and song.
Launch Dates:
10 July – Lancaster Jazz Festival
27 July – Writtle Jazz Festival
5 August – London, PizzaExpress Jazz Club, Soho
9 August – Brecon Jazz Festival
20 August – Sheffield, Jazz at the Lescar
28 August – Leeds, Seven Arts
11 September – London, Alfie’s Soho (album launch)
21 September – Germany, Junkyard Dortmund
6 October – France, Paris, Le Duc des Lombards
…And Writing And Singing And Tunes To Be Swinging’ is released on Olivia Cuttill Music in association with ECN Music.
Supported by the Peter Whittingham Jazz Award (Help Musicians). Recorded by Samuel Newham at Green Room Studios, Leeds; mixed and co-produced by Ben Macdonald and mastered by Chris Sharkey.
A Leeds Conservatoire graduate (2023), Cuttill released her acclaimed debut album The Whole Damn Plan in January 2024. She has performed at major UK venues and festivals including Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, Southbank Centre and the EFG London Jazz Festival. Cuttill is a member of Ferg’s Imaginary Big Band and has collaborated with acclaimed artists such as Nikki Iles, Cleveland Watkiss and Nikki Yeoh.
