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Noryn Aziz
12+ albums
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A classically trained singer, a qualified vocal coach, a natural lyricist and songwriter ... Noryn has made the R&B/jazz genres her forte with her powerfully weightless voice and blinding, exuberant live persona. Inspired by Ella Fitzgerald, Rachelle Farrelle, Jill Scott and Erykah Badu, here's a Malaysian-born singer set to reach a glorious closure she's been seeking, to come of age as an original singer/songwriter after a decade of vocalising standards. Noryn embodies a new breed of modern vocalists in this style, heartfelt and true with their passion for jazz yet equally adept in the contemporary/pop sphere. With an elegant, shining personality and an exotic physical sheen, it has become obvious to Malaysian and regional audiences that she was made for this music. Already a veteran on the international stage in her 20s, and a staple among older artistes and co-billers, it is her warm, age-old voice that draws in a universal acquaintance. The perfect captured moment of this defining element of Noryn's persona was her memorable slot at the International Java Jazz Fest in Jakarta in March: legends and heavyweights from Patti Austin, Kirk Whalum, Eric Benet and Bob James to Tower of Power, Incognito and the Brand New Heavies tipped their hats to sing a small mention of praise and recognition for their young fellow performer who seemed to come from out of nowhere. If it's a big night to remember with oodles at stake, Noryn delivers. For the best of them, she's always been
