Album Notes

“HERE WITH YOU”, Zola’s latest CD, recorded with some of Boston's finest jazz musicians is the professional successor to this self titled first album, seen here! This bootleg 'home studio' CD, showcases the songwriting skills of this versatile artiste and features many tracks not on "here with you". If you're looking for great songs to cover or like the clean, pure sounds of home, tune in to this album. Once you've sampled this CD, go for dessert and taste more options on Zola's newest album "HERE WITH YOU". ZOLA, is a Billboard® award winning songwriter and singer~pianist who has composed songs and performed professionally since childhood. She has recorded five solo albums of original material varying in style and genre. These include contemporary, folk rock, jazz, cabaret, blues and pop ballads, as well as baby lullabies and children's music. (visit www.zolasongs.com) ZOLA also sings on Magnetic Record's "Boston Sings Out" CD and is the featured vocalist on Jon Seiff's "on the Blue Side" CD. Zola, born in Cape Town, South Africa, made her stage debut at age 3, and is still at it! She created her own band/group at age 10, and by age 16 had already been published as a songwriter. Zola has written over a dozen "wedding songs" performed with general business bands and as a solo artist overseas. In 1986 she moved to Boston, USA and in 1997, made her singer~songwriter debut at Boston's Scullers Jazz club. ZOLA's musical, vocal and artistic talents, together with her warm and bubbly personality have earned her high praise from audiences of all ages, fellow artists, industry professionals, and CD press reviewers. Her gifted talents as a singer-songwriter are clearly reflected in her pure voice, rich melodies, interesting arrangements and honest lyrics. With her crystal clear vocals, ZOLA fills every song with the passion, playfulness and honesty as true as her soul. With natural skill ZOLA creates a unique blend of musical styles that result in a performance that is all her own. Experience the sophisticated, passionate, sultry and fun side of this versatile jazz/cabaret artiste that is ZOLA. REVIEWS: "When thinking of Zola and American Popular music, the one word that comes to mind is "savoir". Her voice and compositions have an emotion and romance that wrap around you like the sounds of days gone by, with a command of the heart that is rarely found in music today." --Eric Preusser, Producer- Magnetic Music "Zola's performance really impressed me. She is a talented songwriter with a wonderful personality and a great voice. She stands out as an individual and that is so important." --Ron Gill, Jazz DJ-WGBH Radio, 89.7 FM BOSTON. "I was so blown away by (Zola's) incredible show last night!!! .... (Her) songs were magnificent, I was so drawn into every single one of them. (Her) lyrics made me feel like I was a part of (her) life and the music made me feel as warm and comfortable as (she does herself) as a person. (Her) voice was crystal clear and beautiful and (her) sensuality was exuding!!! ...I didn't want it to end..... amazing!!!" -- Krisanthi (Performing artist and songwriter) "I just watched your video and was mesmerized all over again!... You are so wonderful to watch and listen to! PLEASE do another concert!" --Krisanthi "...with a voice that's alluring and sensuous, ....... a truly wonderful listening experience." --Metronome Magazine, May 2002. ".... delivered with clarity, heart and wistful passion." -Impact Press, "Top Picks," August 2002 "The beautiful voice of Zola combined with the songs from Jon Seiff makes for a wonderful combination. Jon's songs are wonderful in themselves but Zola takes Jon's songs and adds a special touch...." --Purr Magazine, January 2003