Kandace Springs feat. by WDR BIG BAND | Full Concert

[@dogrocketp1807]

I’m a trained musician who has been writing and playing for about 50 years. Kandace has one of the greatest jazz alto voices I’ve been blessed to hear. Her pitch, phrasing, and ability to separate the vocal rhythms without losing time boggle my mind. Appreciate a real musical treasure.

[@dsilkasilkiieharris356]

She is very good; in fact excellent!!I practice a little bit; her phrasing make me feel brand new!

[@franckdebank]

She's got nice hair , not fond of her voice though but Vince Mendoza is surely one musical treasure

[@dogrocketp1807]

I, on the other hand, find her pitch excellent. She has that husky alto voice with just enough strength to it. She’s approaching the band like a musician, trying to be part of it instead of on top of it.

[@ebonysharee]

yes appreciate her AND Esperanza Spalding

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hi Ebony, yeah, Esperanza is great musician!

[@nielspeterborgennielsen1386]

"Love got in the way" in this bigband version is still giving me goosebumps. ❤ 🤗

[@WDRBIGBAND]

😊👍

[@darlenemc3586]

I've listened to this concert maybe 25 times as I work on my paintings. I love every single song and appreciate the arrangements. I've come to realize Kandace Springs uses her voice as an instrument, breaking apart every single small note and emphasizing every single note. She does it so effortlessly, but I know how much work and study is behind it all. She is a rare jewel in todays AI ridden world. God Bless you always Miss Springs and thank you for sharing your talents with us. You have enriched my life in many ways.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you very much for your kind words and keep on painting!

[@sommelierramon]

Can't stop listening.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

So listen again and again:)

[@gerardfletcher1203]

kandace and band a great match. just the best thank u love a big band sound

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you, gerard!

[@maxpatch67]

Whoa, that was good!!! We were so lucky when she was a teenager, she came over to our house and gave our girls piano. I told her she would be famous some day.

[@sommelierramon]

She's of a rare quality. Nice you've had her in those days.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

It was a great production with Kandace!

[@funkman0811]

I can't Believe 29 Thumbs Down These People have NO Ears No Appreciation For Such a Marvelous Singer and Big Band Because this is SPECTACULAR Just OFF the HOOK

[@russellrichardson5330]

They are pathetic. They know nothing about great music.

[@1975COREY]

Exactly I totally agree

[@pixamite1]

I too agree

[@Mark2Morrissey]

There shouldn't even be a thumbs down option... if I don't like the content, I simply move on.

[@43Carolita]

Many people simply resent joy and talent and find amusement in being mean. And they really mean NOTHING. This is fantastic.

[@wagnersouza6970]

Wonnndddeerrrffffuuullll!!!!!!!...Kandace with the hands of Vince Mendoza and the spectacular WDR musicians creates a blessed musical moment on the planet....❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you for your kind words, wagner!

[@morrismanley2236]

I truly liked Kandace Springs style & voice, she is a breath of fresh music to my ears.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

👍🏻🙏 Morris!

[@pgonzo98]

and it doesn't hurt that shes so damn beautiful..

[@Nissantrommler]

Damn right :-)

[@kimberlybrown200]

I just heard Kandace this morning o n NPR . I don't know how I had not heard about her. She is fantastic She is up there with my favorites Lizz Wright, and Dianne Reeves. A pianist and vocalist a double threat!!

[@rudybigboote3883]

If an artists level of fame corresponded to their level of talent, Kandace would be know by everyone on earth!

[@Virgolino57]

I guess that's the best Big Band in the whole world, with marvelous musicians and the awesome conductor Vince Mendoza on the lead. Kandace Springs is a young super talent, sings and plays beautifully... and she's so prettyl!!! What more could I ask for? I'm in heaven!!! Greetings from Portugal!

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Greetings to Portugal, stay healthy!

[@southpass]

She sure is something is amazing !

[@sommelierramon]

Its one of the best bigbands. There's is also The Metropole in the Netherlands on that highest level.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

@sommelierramon Thank you!

[@jeffclawson9236]

Kandace is simply amazing! The entire WDR band is so talented! But what Vince did with those arrangements is unbelievable!

[@jarrettdelp1679]

Kandace Springs has such a gorgeous voice. She is one of a kind for sure.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hi Jarrett, that is true, she has a special unique voice, and works in what and how she plays the piano to it simply outstanding.

[@livermorelifestyleandreale2900]

OMG!!!! This has my Covid medicine to soothe me!!! I found my new go to New jazz vocalist! I so LOve her!!!!

[@sundancereeves7920]

What a wonderful gift ,,, saw her perform at The Newport Jazz Festival in Rhode Island and met her for a picture and CD signing afterwards , She's very talented and down to earth, what you see is definitely what you get,,,, a breath of fresh air .

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Yes, indeed!

[@fredricktrusan3162]

She is just superb awesome and hot.

[@andremurray4004]

Unreal, I can't believe I as well has never heard of this young lady she is absolutely phenomenal I am so madly in love with her song novocaine heart I wish you the best cannot wait to see her in concert

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hi Andre'! Thank you for your kind words!

[@williemclean3224]

I ran into Kandace listening to watercolors xm radio. I have three of her CD’s and stream her music all the time. Add her beauty and you have a total package.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

👍 Willie!

[@thaddaeuswilson3248]

Kandace, what can I possibly say!! I have been captured by her charm and style. I have also been amazed by the WDR big Band fan for some time. I have always been a big band fan. But Ms. Kandace I am a true fan.🙏❤️

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you for your kind words, Thaddaeus!

[@hrustygmail]

Easy on the ears, easy on the eyes. Just absolutely wonderful! WDR never dissappoints in their selections too

[@rozenaxsax5133]

This Big Band is tops!!! Great musicians all, especially the soloists. And Kandace Springs is just incredible. I haven't heard a jazz singer this good in a long long time.

[@pj361]

First heard the big band sound 50 years ago and still listening, great collaboration with Kandace

[@stevereinecke8972]

Amazing beautiful stunning and wonderful! Kandace Springs - talented and beautiful, reminds me of Carmen Lundy and Erica Badu. WDR band- THANK YOU!

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hi Steve, thank you for watching!

[@alexandremello6913]

Absolutely high class. Beautiful woman with a gifted voice and amazing talent. Five stars.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you, Alexandre!

[@glynisjones3531]

Thanks to all. Beautiful music!!!

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hi Glynis! Thank you!

[@karenlane7239]

First time I ever saw Kandace was on LFDH & just loved her music. Got to see her with H&O in Tampa it was awesome. Came across this & just gives me goosebumps, I love jazz 🎹 truly talented....

[@TheBigBandWolf]

I've been following her for 2 years now and still haven't gotten a chance to see her live performance. She always seems to be somewhere else whether I'm at home or traveling about. This year, I'm making a commitment to see here when she comes to Chicago. Love her work and this orchestra is superb! Can't wait to see her.

[@steini6771]

This is way to GOOD! Thank you all. Kandace, you are simply the best. All my love -

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you for your kind words, Steini!

[@funkman0811]

You will not Find a Finer Big Band anywhere on the Planet these Cats Rock they Swing They Groove Damn Just Bad to the Bone Tremendous

[@saxman2100]

Who is the arranger for this killer band????

[@foggy4180]

@@saxman2100 Vince Mendoza, some yaers earlier he worked with the Metropole Orchestra. Look at Silje Nergaard with Metropole Orchestra, Vince did all the arangements.

[@KaterCarlinki]

So beautiful! Excellent orchestra, an amazing singer, and wonderful repertoire. I simply love it!

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hi rita! Welcome to our channel! Hopefully you will find some more music, you are interested in.

[@davidbennett420]

Very nice Kandace....not only are you easy on the eyes, you have immense talent also....great work............

[@vincentatwood1699]

I've been waiting for someone of this caliber vocals and musicianship.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hi Vincent, great that you have been waiting for her and thank you very much for watching!

[@mangler5004]

I had the great fortune of seeing Kandace play live in Manchester in Jan 2018.She was out of this world. I thought things could not get any better but since I discovered this video backed by your Superb Band - lost for words! Thanks for uploading!

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hi Tom! Thank you for watching us! It was a great collaberation with Kandace!

[@bw1520]

Hey y'all check this out maybe you guys are too young to remember Phyllis Hyman, but Phyllis Hyman was an awesome soulful jazzy vocalist,Kandice has the same type of flavor, this young woman is number one, Kandace Springs music touch you in a very special place in your soul.

[@peterklo5119]

Thank you so much all these amazing musicians. The first time I saw and heard Kandace, I was blown away. Her voice is so warm and yet seems to sustain every single instrument. It's very unique but reminds me of Sade too. Thank you all!

[@funkman0811]

What a Fabulous Treat a Stunningly Beautiful Kandace Springs with a Sultry Beautiful Voice and What a Fabulous Big Band I am Over the Top Im truly a Huge Fan

[@cacho100]

Guys of WDR I suggest you ALWAYS put the names on ALL VIDEOS of each musician playing, without musicians there is no music. Great job from all!

[@elBiter]

By adding a Big Band to her songs, they did a favor to humanity. Just... WOW!

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you very much, el Biter!

[@arlettemarine6107]

Absolutely wonderfully orchestrated. Much appreciated musicianship.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you, Arlette!

[@ronaldwoolridge6959]

I love Kandace Springs vocal range. She’s incredible and song’s are so smooth from her heart. When pandemic over hoping to see her in concert!

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hopefully this will be soon! Kandace is fantastic.

[@HOODBOSS]

Can’t believe “Place to Hide” wasn’t performed that night. I’m floored. One of my favorite songs ever! LOVED the WDR Big Band… their sound is amazing.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you, HOODBOSS808!

[@allisonjoseph-patrick6406]

This is one good show wow wow 👏...nice music and singing ..kudos to the singer and the band ...keep up the great work

[@Emanual0607]

Absolutely, Positively, Fantastic!!!!!!! Ms. Springs, and everyone on stage!!!!!!!

[@1marttie]

Afro Blue is just amazing!! The connection between the drummer and the percussionist is amazing!! Thank you so much!

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you, Brooke!

[@ottowes]

This is so perfect! Almost like a dream! Kandace always sounds wonderful, but especially so with this WDR Big Band.

[@russellrichardson5330]

Kandace is my new favorite artist! Fantastic performance!

[@stuartdryer1352]

Soulful. I love her phrasing especially on people Make the World Go Round.

[@chriskirilov7030]

I wish for a long summer season , to listen with friends in my backyard those marvels...

[@mannylozano-damm6466]

You are one perfect , talented lady.... God Bless.

[@eduardocalvillo9788]

It is an amazing performance, the incredible Kandace voice and the Band performance catched me instantly. Congratulations for this live presentation.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you, Eduardo!

[@opamuller626]

Phenomenal band!! Stunning vocalist! Brilliant soloists!

[@wscott2006]

Love her. Awesome artist.😍

[@alexandergallant6444]

This concert is so good I'm going to listen again.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Feel free to listen and watch it not only once but several times. Thank you for watchin!

[@rozenaxsax5133]

Man, her cover of Roberta Flack is just great and The World is a Ghetto even better, especially with that awesome tenor sax solo. I'm eating my heart out because that guy is so much better than I could ever hope to be, but loving every second of it.

[@alanu2hot]

Just awestruck Have not heart ghetto yet now cant wait ...

[@pamelawooden3285]

Perfect pairing of band and vocalist. I enjoyed my Wednesday night treat. I thought about this concert all night and Had to comeback on to make a comment. Thank you

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hello P., thank you for watching us. Kandace really is a great artist. It was a wonderful project!

[@DrDixonBhD]

Totally Fabulous Kandace Springs!!!

[@WDRBIGBAND]

🙏 Dr!

[@evelimdelacruzalejandrotal7959]

I really love ❤️her brilliant voice. It was so sweet in my ears if Im listening, esp. No disturbing 😊🎶🎶🎶🎶amaze me. God bless.

[@kaboji8013]

I am her fan. I went to her concert twice. But it is my first time to see her collaborating with the big - band. Great! When she remakes the past songs, that song revives and becomes a new song.

[@johnmitchell3009]

My goodness, what a marvelous talent. Roberta Flack is not easy to cover and she pulls it off beautifully. Kandacy is definitely one for me to watch.

[@cheryllambert1472]

Superb singing and musicianship all the way around. Love the arrangements!

[@timkjazz]

Pure sonic brilliance from a wonder of a musician/singer - Kandace Springs.

[@ConcreteJungleJazzClub]

That is exactly the reason why I delight in paying Rundfunkgebühren in Germany. Worth every penny. Thank you WDR!

[@allisonjoseph-patrick6406]

Absolutely beautiful..Her voice is greatttt.....her pitch ...her phraasing ...is Absolutely great...she is on point ...really nice music and wow the band ... Really good show.....thanks for sharing this ..blessings to all .. Oh man that girl voice is exceptional

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you, Joseph-Patrick, for your kind words and for watchin us. Welcome to our channel!

[@yuniaryuniar8337]

Kandace, You are Beautiful!!

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hi Yuniar! Thank you!

[@theranova99]

My favorite world jazz-rock musicians! Thanks for posting this delicious music.

[@MrTriple3]

What talent!; what a great band backing her up!

[@imcurious2731]

Beautiful Voice, and what a band, that Solo Alto Sax was as Clean as it gets!! I

[@darlenemc3586]

She sometimes reminds me of Joan Armatrading. I love this wonderful concert. The best concert I think I've ever heard.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you!

[@orinink4840]

Love Springs version of "the World is a Ghetto"great handling of the material ,the artist truly makes it her own .

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hi Orin! Thank you!

[@orinink4840]

@@WDRBIGBAND hello thanks for your art .. beautiful!

[@thomasrobertson9357]

What a beautiful find. Thank you Jim Lee

[@howardwhitehead2167]

Yes,beautiful woman and talent.a grammy for sure.

[@bgreene1826]

Wow Awesome Band and the Awesome Kandace Springs. I could listen to this all day

[@charlesblumenstetter4299]

An extremely rare talent. There's the ability to sing every note perfectly and on time and then there's the ability for a voice to grab your heart. She has both and the cherry on top is her beauty. Just as an aside, a big bonus is that she's also a serious gearhead. how many men's wish-list does fulfill. Checks just about all the boxes.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hi Charles! ...the music is in the foreground, - but who knows, maybe even good beautiful music makes human beauty blossom.

[@gerriehector8161]

OMW this is on another level.I appreciate your singing big Band on point.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hey Gerrie, thank you very much!

[@regjohn3058]

I remember seeing her perform on Aled Jones Weekend show in July 2016 singing Talk To Me... I was mesmerised by her voice and thought she had an essence of Roberta... What does she sing next.... The First Time... And what a rendition... She just melted my heart and made me cry.... Stunning artiste

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you, Reg!

[@glenntomassi3442]

Ah Kandance fantastic!!! and the WDR Outstanding!!! Fantastica!!!!!

[@rmoraespinto]

What a gig for Ms. Springs! Singing backed by the WDR BB under V. Mendoza... flicts!

[@davidwinn721]

Let me add another big thumbs up to the acclaim for this beautiful, lovely, sensual, woman with upscale vocal talent and a very nice range....in her vocal spectrum that is.

[@innercirclemusic1]

The Greatest band playing great arrangements and a guest who more than cuts it. On this evidence, Springs is a fantastic talent. The habit of comparing artists to prove a point only reinforces ignorance. Everyone has their own merits. Compliments to the creative team responsible for a sumptuous production.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Yes, thatt´s right. Thank you very much for your comment!

[@FRETTERFunk]

Uh, what a woman, what a voice and groove and so much positive vibrations. And such a big band. I am happy to pay my Rundfunkgebühren for having such a personel and leader. WDR Big Band forever!!

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you very much, Klaus Josef Fretter! We are happy to have the chance of making wonderful music!

[@PennTripletGirls]

I haven't been listening to music for several years and just happened across Kandace about a week ago. I saw this video with her and the WDR big band and was blown away. This is the best coordinated effort in music that I have heard in years. Kandace is wonderful and the band compliments her so well. You guys have to do more work together. Thank you this. I am an appreciative music listener again.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hi lisa! Thank you for your kind words, and welcome to our channel. Maybe you find some more tunes to listen to...

[@josephjoyce3715]

I long for the day that the WDR Big Band can come to the U.S.

[@stevemartin4249]

Was blown away to hear the first song was 'Novocaine Heart' ... my favorite on the 'Soul Eyes' album. But this whole show was really good. 'People Make the World Go Round' followed by 'Afro Blue' ... fantastic. But I was even more pleasantly surprised to see one of my two favorite ballads in this set ... 'Lush Life' (my other being 'Round Midnight'). That was good, but I have to admit, Natalie Cole set the standard for this song. Here is something I wrote a couple of years ago in a KZbin where the studio version was posted ... ---------- First heard this as background music at a little Italian restaurant in the mountains west of Tokyo. Could not for the life of me identify the singer, so I asked the waitress, and she showed me the CD 'Soul Eyes', turning me on to this fresh, new voice. Returning to Tokyo, got the Japanese package of the CD because though it is more expensive, it contains bonus tracks. It is GOOD, and getting better with each listen ... sometimes sounding a bit like Sade, sometimes Norah Jones, and sometimes more like Tina Turner. First heard the whole CD a few weeks later in my van, taking the Chuo Expressway to return to those mountains on a late, rainy Friday evening, I was lulled by her soulful, sultry style ... until I heard this track. Something popped in me. I found my foot putting the pedal to the metal with that rhythm and catchy hook. Hit the repeat button and started getting into the lyrics. Damn, this earworm jumped into my head and I can't get it out. Don't want to. It is now my go-to track for driving in the summer of 2017. As Royal George pointed out in sub-comments below, this song in particular was Prince's favorite ... verified here ... www.billboard.com/articles/news/7416564/kandace-springs-forward-with-soul-eyes-album-debut-blue-note I also found a version on Spotify, the Paul O'Duffy remix ... and thought it was waaay overproduced. I agree with Prince ... keep it simple and keep Kandace up in front of the mix. I'm not sure if it's the bass line or the rhythm, but I am reminded of Joe Jackson's 'Steppin Out' kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2nOqWuLnN15eKs. But Kandace is cooler still. The sparse arrangement (unlike the O'Duffy remix), her first vocal chorus jumping in just a tad sooner than expected, and those subtle, chugging jabs on the Fender Rhodes add just the right amount of funk to run this smooth-churning motor. Now figuring out how to apply those chords to my modest nylon string guitar chops - may have to either drop down a key or go falsetto with the vocals, but hey, it's just personal therapy. I think this is something that would perfectly fit Jake Reichbart's chord-melody style and spot-on, back-beat rhythm www.jakereichbart.com/. The Discogs review compared it to 80's crossover and mentioned Judy Roberts as having a similar sound. Yeah, I can go with that. In the Japanese liner notes, Grammy winning producer Larry Klein wrote a bit about how Prince 'discovered' her, but I was blown away to find Larry explaining that Prince's favorite musician was Joni Mitchell. Verified it here ... ew.com/article/2015/09/15/prince-10-favorite-artists/. And like Joni Mitchell, and more than a few other musicians, Kandace has always been drawn tightly to the visual arts as well. Maybe there's something about right-brain dominance at work here. Yup. Creative genius transcends genre and domain. Update ... Used this song for 'pronunciation practice - warm ups' in some college English classes a few months. Most of the students were Japanese, but a few Chinese in the mix ... and most of the kids really got into the rhythm, especially the Chinese girls.

[@jacqueline2865]

Sublime concert.......❤️

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hi jacqueline! 👍🙏

[@RickyFleven]

Wow! Just discovered this cat. Beauty & Talent extraodinaire!. Definitely a fan

[@ralex3697]

She is a woman, not a cat

[@ivankilpatrick1183]

❤I absolutely Love you. Keep up the good work…❤

[@WDRBIGBAND]

We will try, Ivan!

[@wilfordgainer9134]

Very nice. Soothe my soul. Mello it is.

[@nancykane8680]

She is stunning +❤ her talent is genius Could listen to her effortless beautiful voice anytime, anywhere. ..❤ And the orchestra added, makes her sound even more exquisite ❤

[@WDRBIGBAND]

🙏🙏🙏

[@johndevol5062]

@@WDRBIGBAND I love the band and Kandace is amazing. What a combination😊❤

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you, John!

[@sotirisvog1367]

Another magical performance to give us serotonine and awesome vibes. The instrumentals so hot and full of soul, Mrs Kandace's performance so mesmerising. Thank you!

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you, Sotiris!

[@julclentina]

I just ran into a video of hers by chance and since then I've been hooked. I always wondered such an amazing voice and talent how isn't she on main stream but then again you know.....

[@jehancicely2215]

Zion Girl DITTO. SAME. Have been turning EVERYONE on to this Musical 😇

[@jasonwilliams7902]

Awesome I love Kandace Springs

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hi Jason! 👍

[@tammymiller5981]

She is wonderful... what a beautiful voice and women.... I love her~

[@ivankilpatrick1183]

Thank you for being you. 😎.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

👍 Ivan!

[@ivankilpatrick1183]

It’s bigger than you. We will not survive without music. Your contribution is Vital. At least that’s my perspective. You are like the Beas. I and the word cannot survive without you. ❤. Keep it real. Your Fan. Your my Favorite.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

🙌Ivan! Stay healthy, Ivan! Music is the language of the soul!

[@playbackamusicloversjourne8620]

WDR as always a terrific performance & Candace is such a good jazz vocalist as she gets the whole controlled phrasing and timing thing and she never gets pitchy the way many vocalists do when they push their voice a little. And to complete the package she's just so damn fine also.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Thank you for your kind words, Playback:!

[@ericgendell8874]

Kandace sings as beautiful as she is lovely. The band is great, the song writing, arrangements and compositions are pure euphony. It is nice to see a young woman who is influenced by Gil-Scott Heron.

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hi Eric! Thank you for your kind words. From where do you watch us?

[@Pii1968]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Best concert in a veeeeery long time🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@wescasey1360]

I fell into the band by accident & also Kandace Springs. WOW, an OG is a big fan SrfrWes😎

[@WDRBIGBAND]

Hi Wes! Thank you so much and maybe you rest a little while on our channel:)

[@giuseppeiovino1687]

amazing! this could be a kind of milestone, perfect performance, arrangements, groovy singing, no exagerations and a closely efficient time playing before end of attention. WDR emotions warranty

[@gateswf]

That's an amazing back up band. 26 Nerds like me, and you took them to that place where shoes, socks, tops and shirts catch on fire. Love it Baby Girl. I want to hear your songs playing all over the planet. 2020, do it!