“…he has panache, verve and no shortage of talent. John Labelle is THE REAL DEAL”
COOL 99.1 FM
"When I listen to Labelle, I'm reminded of Sinatra. John has a wonderful flavour that swings. He also provides an enchanting atmosphere." BEN 'CASEY' SCOTT, WCLK
ATLANTA,GEORGIA "He's got all the right stuff: hip tunes, world-weary tenor croon, dramatic phrasing, insouciant patter, a band that swings high and grooves low..." Tom Terrell Jazz Times "Labelle is one of Canada’s BEST Crooners...he changes mood when it matters, letting the music breathe and melodies float on air...he handles interpretations of delightful warhorses with aplomb" Geoff Chapman, Toronto Star |
“Labelle provides that extra mile. Smooth as a $100 bottle of Scotch” Mark Tucker, Folk & Acoustic Music Exchange
“What a voice!” CBC, Katie Malloch, CBC Jazz Beat
“…he has panache, verve and no shortage of talent. John Labelle is the real deal” Cool 99.1 FM
"The reharm of "Dancing in the Dark" is a perfect showcase for vocalist John Labelle. The vocals of Labelle are stellar be it with phrasing, tone, inflection and an innate interpretation of vocal swing, John Labelle brings it every time!" Critical Jazz (2013)
"With the release of 'I Get a Kick Out of You', which is his finest recording to date, John Labelle continues to delight his growing audiences with his heart-felt renditions of infectious classic songs, revitalizing vintage tunes, and living his musical dream." Scott Yanow, writer for Jazzizz & Los Angeles Jazz Scene
Le Journal de Montreal gives John Labelle's Christmas Collection five out of five! "...an absolutely magnificent disk, that will make you smile and certainly take you back to childhood." Christopher Rodriquez, le Journal de Montreal, Montreal
"A good Jazz singer is like an F-1 engine with lots of power but just idling. This is the case for Montreal's Labelle...His sensitive, tender ballads are a contrast to his excellent time on swinging tempos..." Planet Jazz
"I think it's a great record. It is rare and unique to find a CD of all originals that will become standards. John Labelle should NOT be compared to Connick, Bennett, Tormé or Sinatra, but should take his place among them." Grace Parks, KCLU, Thousand Oaks, California
“Each track sounds like an instant standard. This is the first time that a Canadian Jazz singer has ever recorded an original big band album. 'Don't Say No' should leave no doubt in anyone's mind that John Labelle is one of the finest Jazz singers." David Zych, JAZZTIMES
“...He bathes standards in soft, confident voicings. In true crooner fashion, Labelle lets the songs sing for themselves." Montreal International Jazz Festival
“'If You See Her' is a fine debut album and John Labelle is a name to look out for. Labelle does what every great singer must do: take any song, old or new, and display all the musical and lyrical qualities, feelings and meanings with a fresh style and voice." Rapport Magazine, San Francisco
"Carrying on the torch from other great crooners like Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett, Labelle digs deep to the roots of his idiom. Back phrasing, swing and ever present charisma are the hallmark's of his work, which spans the classic peers as one of the most genuine and stylistically 'in the pocket' jazz singers around" The Quartet, The Voice of Ottawa
"John has one of the warmest and most sincere voices of the nineties; I'm honoured to be able to program his music" Ross Porter, CBC Radio II, After Hours
"If you're a fan of John Labelle, this is for you. All the songs have been digitally re-mastered, they sound great! The tracks sound brand-new. Handpicked by John himself! A must for any music collection." Bill Johansen, Downbeat
"After hearing album after album of standards, it's great to hear someone who can write and deliver new originals that will become our standards for tomorrow" Eric Gunner, WGMC Rochester, New York
Congratulations goes to Montreal Jazz Vocalist Jean Labelle who has just signed a contract to record under the Jazz Inspiration label (Toronto) which is distributed by MCA Records Canada! He will now be recording under the name John Labelle. He was approached by a Jazz Inspiration representative after his outdoor concert at the 1995 Festival International de Jazz de Montreal. But then again...it was only a matter of time before someone snapped him up! Jazz Vine
“What a voice!” CBC, Katie Malloch, CBC Jazz Beat
“…he has panache, verve and no shortage of talent. John Labelle is the real deal” Cool 99.1 FM
"The reharm of "Dancing in the Dark" is a perfect showcase for vocalist John Labelle. The vocals of Labelle are stellar be it with phrasing, tone, inflection and an innate interpretation of vocal swing, John Labelle brings it every time!" Critical Jazz (2013)
"With the release of 'I Get a Kick Out of You', which is his finest recording to date, John Labelle continues to delight his growing audiences with his heart-felt renditions of infectious classic songs, revitalizing vintage tunes, and living his musical dream." Scott Yanow, writer for Jazzizz & Los Angeles Jazz Scene
Le Journal de Montreal gives John Labelle's Christmas Collection five out of five! "...an absolutely magnificent disk, that will make you smile and certainly take you back to childhood." Christopher Rodriquez, le Journal de Montreal, Montreal
"A good Jazz singer is like an F-1 engine with lots of power but just idling. This is the case for Montreal's Labelle...His sensitive, tender ballads are a contrast to his excellent time on swinging tempos..." Planet Jazz
"I think it's a great record. It is rare and unique to find a CD of all originals that will become standards. John Labelle should NOT be compared to Connick, Bennett, Tormé or Sinatra, but should take his place among them." Grace Parks, KCLU, Thousand Oaks, California
“Each track sounds like an instant standard. This is the first time that a Canadian Jazz singer has ever recorded an original big band album. 'Don't Say No' should leave no doubt in anyone's mind that John Labelle is one of the finest Jazz singers." David Zych, JAZZTIMES
“...He bathes standards in soft, confident voicings. In true crooner fashion, Labelle lets the songs sing for themselves." Montreal International Jazz Festival
“'If You See Her' is a fine debut album and John Labelle is a name to look out for. Labelle does what every great singer must do: take any song, old or new, and display all the musical and lyrical qualities, feelings and meanings with a fresh style and voice." Rapport Magazine, San Francisco
"Carrying on the torch from other great crooners like Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett, Labelle digs deep to the roots of his idiom. Back phrasing, swing and ever present charisma are the hallmark's of his work, which spans the classic peers as one of the most genuine and stylistically 'in the pocket' jazz singers around" The Quartet, The Voice of Ottawa
"John has one of the warmest and most sincere voices of the nineties; I'm honoured to be able to program his music" Ross Porter, CBC Radio II, After Hours
"If you're a fan of John Labelle, this is for you. All the songs have been digitally re-mastered, they sound great! The tracks sound brand-new. Handpicked by John himself! A must for any music collection." Bill Johansen, Downbeat
"After hearing album after album of standards, it's great to hear someone who can write and deliver new originals that will become our standards for tomorrow" Eric Gunner, WGMC Rochester, New York
Congratulations goes to Montreal Jazz Vocalist Jean Labelle who has just signed a contract to record under the Jazz Inspiration label (Toronto) which is distributed by MCA Records Canada! He will now be recording under the name John Labelle. He was approached by a Jazz Inspiration representative after his outdoor concert at the 1995 Festival International de Jazz de Montreal. But then again...it was only a matter of time before someone snapped him up! Jazz Vine