East of the Sun by Brooks Bowman - Nicki Parrott & Rossano Sportiello at Shanghai Jazz (Madison, NJ)

Nicki Parrott is a world-class double bassist and singer/songwriter. In her work with artists from around the globe she has brought a signature sound to every bass part she has played. She performs regularly at the world’s best Jazz Festivals and can be seen Mondays at the Iridium Jazz Club in New York City with the legendary guitarist and inventor, Les Paul. Since June of 2000, this union has been an ideal showcase for her musical abilities, flair for improv, and gift for entertaining a crowd. An accomplished stride pianist, Rossano Sportiello grew up listening to Jelly Roll Morton, Fats Waller and Ralph Sutton, whom he met shortly before the elder’s death. However, his pianistic style also pays homage to the swing and bebop eras. Nicki Parrott - Bass, Vocals Rossano Sportiello - Piano SHANGHAI JAZZ (Madison, New Jersey, USA) Website - Facebook -