by Don Jay Smith, Hot House “Everything I do has to swing. It’s like medicine to me,” explains Catherine Russell when talking about her music, and that characterization applies to all she does, performing and recording. She also pays close attention to the lyrics, saying that ‘I like songs that paint a picture with lyrics … Read More
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REVIEW: Svetlana in Hot house Jazz Guide
By Don Jay Smith, Hot House Born and raised in Moscow, Svetlana fell for jazz at a young age. After immigrating to New York in the 1990s, she pursued passions for science and music, with music winning out. She has performed around the world, leading various ensembles, and attracting enthusiastic audiences with her swinging vocals … Read More


