New York Times — Ms. VerPlanck brought a clear and disciplined voice to the American songbook. But millions knew that voice best from commercials. more info

Guardian Music — A furtive planning application threatens one of London's most cherished jazz venuesLondon, a capital woefully short of jazz venues, is about to lose one of its most cherished, Pizza on the Park. The fact that the historic basement room will hold its ... more info