The brutal cold snaps that made much of January and February unbearable caused many Midwesterns to wonder why they live in such an inhospitable place. Carol Duboc wised up decades ago with a move from Kansas City to California.
Her good judgment extends to a talent for networking. The singer-songwriter maintains rewarding relationships with smooth jazz and adult R&B standouts. Restless, her latest and most appealing album, was produced by longtime associate Jeff Lorber and features guest appearances by friends including flautist Hubert Laws.
Restless recalls the breezy, commercially-minded artists like Basia and Gino Vannelli who dominated a now-defunct network of smooth jazz terrestrial radio stations. Warm weather will soon return to Kansas City. Until then, Restless provides listeners in Duboc’s hometown with a shimmering burst of California sunshine.