
As this was the Dutch multi-platinum selling artists fourth visit to the Royal Concert Hall in Nottingham, and my third time reviewing the pop and jazz singer, you have an idea what to expect from Ms. Emerald.
And she doesn't disappoint. I'd say more polished than 'Shocking', to reference her second studio album, but nevertheless, it's an evening of feel good, infectious music.
Her stage back drop, as per, is colourful and almost tropical, reminding me how badly I need a holiday. Not surprising then that the opening number of the evening is Riviera Life. Everything is quite laid back about this gig and seems more so then previous tours. The music is still as timeless as it is fantastic but the set seems slower paced.

Despite possessing an incredible vocal range, Caro has never been one for vocal acrobatics, unless you count her own version of skat, but her rich sultry velvety voice makes each number seem effortless. The tempo though definitely seems more pool than party, right up until the last few numbers when she has the crowd out of their seats and eating out of her hand. I'm pretty sure she's flipped the
running order.

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