Maybe Sarah McKenzie's most assured recording to date - she seems really at home in the world of Brazilian music and the singer-pianist's own songs in the mix are a good blend. Bookended by 'The Gentle Rain' and 'Modinha' lovers of Jobim will find lots of comfort here - probably my favourite of all are the versions of 'Wave' and 'Dindi'. American based Australian McKenzie has a very pure and distinctive voice, she is blessed with great diction and has a fine easy swinging way with her reminiscent of Diana Krall. Weather Report great drummer Peter Erskine keeps immaculate time and McKenzie has surrounded herself with some other fine musicians in cellist Jaques Morelenbaum, guitarist Romero Lubambo, British bassist Geoff Gascoyne, percussion Rogerio Boccato and saxist/flautist Bob Sheppard. Highly recommended. It's been some 8 years since we saw her live - Without You certainly suggests hearing this fine singer needs to be heard live again asap. SG