Over the past year we’ve been working on two brand new albums and they will be in stores this Fall! The first: 1969–a collaboration with legendary Japanese singer Saori Yuki (who sang the first ever version of “White Christmas” in Japanese on our holiday album Joy To The World and was the original singer of “Taya Tan” from our third album Hey Eugene!)
The second album, A Retrospective, is a 21-track exploration of our 16-year career featuring a kaleidoscope of fan favorites alongside eight unreleased songs. The CD is packaged as a hardcover book and features 48 pages of rare Polaroids by bandleader Thomas M. Lauderdale.
You can pre-order both albums from the Pink Martini Store and you can download a free MP3 of “Mas Que Nada” featuring Saori Yuki (which appears on both albums) right now : CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD
We can’t wait for you to hear these recordings.
Love,
Pink Martini
CLICK HERE FOR FREE DOWNLOAD OF “MAS QUE NADA” Featuring SOARI YUKI
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PINK MARTINI & SAORI YUKI – 1969
Available October 10 (UK), November 1 (US)
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Widely considered to be the “Barbara Streisand of Japan”, Saori Yuki released her debut album in Japan in 1969 and has gone on to make over 30 albums in her 42 year-career. Yuki first heard us when we covered her song “Taya Tan” and she sang “White Christmas” in Japanese on our 2010 holiday album Joy To The World.
In honor of the year of her debut, we partnered with Saori Yuki (with Thomas M. Lauderdale as producer) to create a tribute to the music released in 1969. Featuring Japanese pop hits alongside internationally recognized tunes like “Mas que nada” and “Puff the Magic Dragon”, 1969 is a brilliant collaboration, with Thomas’ magical arrangements, the band’s stellar musicianship, and Saori Yuki’s soaring vocals.
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PINK MARTINI – A RETROSPECTIVE
Available September 26 (UK), November 1 (US)
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21 songs and nearly 77 minutes of Pink Martini fabulousness! A Retrospective features a kaleidoscope of our favorite songs studded with eight unreleased gems. The album features appearances by French treasure Georges Moustaki, Japanese legend Saori Yuki, American icon Michael Feinstein, famed NYC DJ, Johnny Dynell and Oscar-nominated film director Gus Van Sant (making his singing debut).
The deluxe CD book packaging includes a 48-page photo booklet of rare, never-before-seen Polaroids taken by Thomas M. Lauderdale as well as postcards and posters from the band’s 16-year history.
Hi Friends, we pleased to give you an early report that China’s surgery went well and she is recovering in good spirits. The doctors are happy with the way her voice is healing…so far so good! Many thanks for your well wishes, kind words and support in her absence. China asked that we pass along this note:
“I want to thank everybody for the beautiful cards and loving messages I have received during my absence. I am overwhelmed by the thoughtfulness and generosity that has flowed my way and am so grateful for all the support. The surgery went well, I am feeling better, and I miss you all!” –China
Unfortunately Storm Large has fallen ill and cannot sing, but amazingly Lucy Woodward, who sang with us at the Montreal Jazz Fest, with the San Francisco Symphony and last night in Salt Lake City, will join us for Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids & Ravinia!
CLICK HERE to read a glowing review of last nights show.
“If Woodward were the original voice of Pink Martini, she might be considered the perfect fit for the band.” –Salt Lake Tribune
Due to China Forbes’ recently announced surgery and enforced break from performing, she will be replaced by the fabulous Storm Large for ‘The Symphonique Tour’ in Europe this Fall.
Thomas Lauderdale on Storm Large: “I always hoped we could find a way to collaborate. She is a brilliant, beautiful, charismatic and seductive star who would give Jayne Mansfield a run for her money. While we are disappointed that China is unable to perform with us, I am delighted be able to introduce Storm Large to European audiences.”
View a complete listing of tour dates on our SHOWS page.
Dear Friends & Family,
It is with great concern we announce the news that our singer China Forbes must take an extended leave of absence of at least one year to undergo surgery on her vocal cords. China had initially discovered the injury to her voice earlier this year, and it was hoped that extreme vocal rest would heal her. But after careful consultation and on the advice from multiple specialists, she has made the difficult decision to move forward with surgery.
The heartfelt wishes and support of the entire Pink Martini family are with her as she undergoes surgery and recovery. Though it is difficult to predict exactly what the future will hold and how quickly she will be able to recover, we very much hope to welcome China back to the stage with Pink Martini as soon as her health permits, and we anticipate many more fruitful collaborations in the years to come.
Pink Martini will continue to tour and record music throughout China’s absence from the stage. We look forward to presenting our amazingly supportive and loyal fans many exciting collaborations with guest and interim vocalists over the next several months.
For our upcoming Summer 2011 tour of the US and Canada we will be joined by two amazing vocalists. The dazzling and charming Lucy Woodward, whose resume includes recordings for Verve Records and Warner Brothers, will take the stage with us from June 24 through July 3, and our good friend, collaborator, and extraordinary singer, Portland’s own Storm Large, will hit the road with us on our scheduled shows from July 4 through July 17. Singers for all subsequent performances will be announced as they are confirmed. We are truly excited to present these new singers to our fans, and are confident you will enjoy hearing our music with fresh ears.
Thanks for your understanding and support.
With lots of love,
Pink Martini
