Southern California singer-songwriter Sharon Marie Cline, who seamlessly blends the jazzy with the funky soul and funk genres, is back on the scene with her hypnotically refreshing new single, "Summer Love," a sultry jazz waltz that magically encapsulates the allure of a hot summer affair. Embodied by the velvety vocals of Sharon and perfected with Rich Eames and the Bad Boyz of Jazz, this rendition of Neil Diamond's track is invigorating, blending soulful mannerisms with a dose of ebullient delight.
Sharon's songbird melodies transport audiences into a realm where the allure of golden-age jazz collides with 21st-century flair. While definitely not just a cover, as seemingly all that she touches turns to jazz finery, the emotional heart of the original is well-respected in her interpretation, and she makes "Summer Love" sound as if it were hers all along. Nested in a glide of waltz jazz, the track has a gentle sway, like a late-night dance floor under hot summer skies.
The texture of Sharon's voice floats so easily on this song, and it lands as inviting and gentle as something tender, yet clearly laden with a confident allure befitting this song and its theme of fiery, fleeting love. The track is taken to new heights by Rich Eames and the Bad Boyz of Jazz, adding intricate layers of dynamism. Their instrumental support around Sharon's vocal performance makes for music that is seamless yet larger-than-life. Together, it weaves a tapestry of rich sounds that merge with classic jazz traits and a modern twist, establishing this single as unparalleled in today's jazz world.
Sharon Marie Cline is a phenomenal female jazz vocalist who is more than just an icon of style and grace, and her music defies definition. Now performing regularly throughout Southern California, "Summer Love" sees her once again demonstrate her incredible ability to blend time and feeling, creating music that transcends generations while maintaining an intense sentiment. "Summer Love" takes you on a romantic and nostalgic journey through life, with all the sophistication and soul that can only be achieved by Sharon Marie Cline. Jazz lovers and anyone else who understands a summer night in the magic of their ears wrapped in song will love this single.
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Reviewed by LyricalOdyssey Music
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August 12, 2025
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