Good tunes with a soft jazzy sound. Mellow and mild. Nice.

This CD was bought on a whim. I didn't really expect much from it at first. After I bought it however, I wondered why there wasn't any media hype surrounding it. This is one of her best albums, but it's not her normal stuff. It's definitely worth the money for any fan.

This album is addictive. Smooth, bluesy, jazz. I prefer it to her new album.

now THIS is the norah I like. This style suits her much better than her attempts at trying to be a grown up singer for the coffee house yuppies

I liked this album very much and especially "Heart of mine". It is my favorite. :-) Norah is a great singer and the combination with a talented guitarist makes for a very good album, which fans will definitely like. Recommended.

I have a broad range of favorites from country and rock as well as jazz and pop! It takes something extrodinary to get me to buy it. Of the 200 or so cd and dvd music disc I have this one gets the most play.
NUF SAID!
As I grew up in the 60s Nora's Joplin like sound in this blues style format has become my favorite. No one will be disappointed when they get it home.
Mitch

What happens when you put togheter a great and talented voice (Norah Jones) along with a very good band (Peter Malick)? New York City. This album features the soft voice of Norah Jones with the talented lyrics and music of Peter Malick band, the result: A Good Fusion! The album in general remindme a lot to the previous Norah albums, but every song is unique and make this album very plessent and ejoyable!

Order another latte, because a third meaningful Norah Jones CD will probably be a while in coming. "New York City" comes off as what it is: a mini set featuring Jones as a guest singer. While there's enough cool in spots to satisfy most fans, this appallingly thin collection doesn't add up to Norah's honed-to-perfection standards. Even worse, the seven listed tunes are really six with a reprise of track 1 -- hardly value for money.

Thematically, the blue-tinged atmosphere falls short of the best of "Feels Like Home" and "Come Away With Me." Jones's music is at its finest when her breathy vocals alternate between seduction and quiet despair. On her first two CDs she could pack in all sorts of images and feelings into one song; on "New York City" there's simply not enough room to develop a range of emotion.

A Norah Jones CD conjures up the sultry twilight of late July, porch swings, open windows and carnivals -- the bittersweet days of the small town world. "New York City" is a bit of a disappointment for listeners who were touched by, and are waiting for, the original vision.

I heard "Heart of Mine" in the closing credits for the movie Runaway Jury. After listening to the album, I found that was really the only tune I liked. Peter Malick is a veteran of the hard-charging James Montomery Band (who I have seen tear up stages of Northeast blues clubs), which is why the sleepiness of most of these pieces mystifies me. You could argue that he is going for a "relaxed" feel, to which I would repsond he succeeds all too well. Norah Jones can sing, and sing well- no argument there, but these songs are not great. The lyrics I found to be a little too clever, like some music student's term paper. For most of the album I felt like everyone was trying way too hard to do something deep and meaningful. Having said all this, "Heart of Mine" is an excellent record, and might even be worth the price of the CD. Of course, to get the one good track, you could try downloading it for a dollar from itunes or your favorite MP3 site.

This cd is amazing you really get to hear the raw and natural vocal talent of Norah Jones with a great band backing her up. The songs are a much faster tempo than her later releases while still possesing that unique quality that is Norah Jones. I highly recomend this cd as it is a regular in both my car cd player and on my iPOD.

This CD is awesome, I stumbled upon it because I wanted to hear Norah doing some more bluesy songs and a friend of mine told me about Peter Malick so I went to look for it at a local music shop. I recommend this CD to all Norah fans, get this CD as a record of Norah's material before she did "Come Away With Me." And I have to say that Norah should do more blues because her voice compliments this style of music, maybe that's what Peter Malick saw of Norah before she got famous.

I don't get all the fuss about Norah Jones not authorizing this release, I don't get it at all. She recorded these songs with Peter Malick, she worked on it, she put alot of sweat recording it and then turns around and saying that she doesn't support the release of this CD? I understand all of that money and fame issues that winds through the fabric of the music business but I don't get how can an artist just turns her back from her hard work - I don't get it at all.

I stumbled upon this CD by accident, but it's one happy accident! The CD is a bit short, but each song is great. The CD is much more bluesy than Norah Jones' solo albums. Highly recommended.

There are some good songs on this CD, but it is only 30 minutes long. Too bad they didn't have enough material to release a full-length CD.

I think it is the best CD though i love Norah's other CDs as well. I feel the power of her voice. When i found this CD, i doubt if she could sing 'blue' well. After listening to the first song, Oh, God, she could really do it! i love this CD much. Norah is not only a Jazz/ country singer but also a good singer who could sing BLUE

Very enjoyable. What a discovery. It shows how talented Norah Jones is. All my friends who have heard it want it played over again. I never get tired of listening to it. Thank you Peter Malick for showing us another side of Norah Jones. It well worth being purchased.

Like many people, I heard Norah Jones for the first time on her remarkable album "Come Away With Me." I was immediately captivated by her smoky, sultry voice. Once I got tired of that album (which, I might add, took a long time), I bought "Feels Like Home," which I liked almost as much, and which showcased a more country inspired artist. Smitten by her voice on those two albums, I began investigating whether Jones had a prior musical life, and I was delighted to discover that indeed, she had. "New York City" is a wonderful album that reveals yet another side of Jones; this album is definitely more bluesy and rock infused as compared to the other two albums. And yet again, Jones does not disappoint. Her pitch, phrasing and style are unerring on this album, and I therefore strongly recommend it. The only reason I did not rate "New York City" five stars was that I felt slightly cheated; there are only seven tracks, and two of the tracks are the same song, arranged differently. However, having said that, there are three or four gems on the album that justify its purchase.

Once purchasing this CD, I had to come to grips with the fact that these tracks were completed before "Come Away With Me". Another thing, I had to come to grips with was this was Malick's album, with Jones as the featured vocalist. That being said, after listening to the CD, I was disappointed.

Norah's voice and blues doesn't really mix. The flirtation with jazz and country, suits her better, as her last two albums demonstrated. She was all over the place vocally here, but grant it, she was an unknown at the time. Personally, I think she sounds better doing what she does now.

Musically the album is one point, sad to say that Norah's voice does nothing for the band, as a whole. I can say there were two songs that I like, "Heart of Mine" and the title track "New York City", great songs, but falls short of what she's done afterwards.

If I had to do it over again, this would be a CD, where I would burn a couple of tracks off of, if my buddy had it. I'd midly reccomend purchasing this one.

I'm from The Philippines, and honestly, I didn't know who are The Peter Malick Group. I'm a big fan of Norah Jones, so I decided to buy it. Before listening to this album, I was suspecting that this album will not be that good, because as far as I know, The Peter Malick group's songs are more upbeat than that of Norah Jones. But after I listened the album, I realized that I made a bad judgement the time before I listened to this album. Their combination in this album is perfect. Norah Jones proved that her outstanding skills is not just for the blues, but she could do just everything. What are you waiting for? Buy it now. There'll be no money regrets - I assure you that....

"New York City" is an interesting collection. It's certainly not a "Norah Jones" set nor is it really a "blues" set, but it is an interesting blend. My favorite track is "Deceptively Yours" that is probably the most blues-oriented track. Norah's vocals on this assert a boldness that are reflected in the lyric, "I saw a black cloud, I didn't hear a sound, only the shell on the ground, there was a scream somewhere & in the thick night air I put the pedal down as the sirens wailed & I sat alone & prayed." Malick's guitar bleeds soulfully on this wonderful track. "Heart of Mine," penned by Bob Dylan and found on his 1981 "Shot of Love" set, is a wistful rememberance that Norah warms with an excellent vocal, "Heart of mine, be still; You can play with fire, but you'll get the bill." "New York City" is a pleasant piece with a meager melody and Malick's languid guitar. This is a good set that isn't purely blues nor purely Norah Jones, but is certainly a delightful listening experience. Enjoy!

I have Come Away With Me and Feels Like Home (both of which are lovely albums), and this one can proudly stand alongside them on my shelf. Admittedly I was a little wary considering that this was created in collaboration with another artist (I'd never heard of Peter Malick - my loss!), but after listening to this, I can say that I unequivocally enjoy listening to every song. Strangely enough, the song that most people seem to attribute to their hearing of this album in the first place (Heart of Mine), is not my personal favorite, but it's still great listening. Overall the album is a catchy yet intelligent set, and I recommend it wholeheartedly. Norah Jones has never sounded better!

(I've just learned that Peter Malick has another album with additional tunes PLUS all included on this track - I think I would recommend that one instead because I know that I will be looking for more by Peter Malick in the future)

When I got this CD I wasn't sure what to expect. Since it was The Peter Malick Group FEAT. Norah Jones I was afraid it was just a scam to get more money, and that Norah didn't play an important role in the album. I was wrong! Norah not only sings every song, but at her very best!

I loved Norah's other albums, but there were definately a lot of filler tracks. Here, although there aren't a lot of tracks, there are NO fillers.

"New York City" is absolutely stunning. Norah's beautiful voice is heavenly behind the lush jazz beats of The Peter Malick Group.
"Strange Transmissions" isn't quite as catchy, but definately the 2nd best song on the CD

Every song is great! And the way it sounds, it could almost pass off as a live concert! Play this CD at your next outdoor BBQ! It'll feel and sound just like the best Jazz Band in the world is playing on your patio.

How can one even begin to compare the two, as the above review suggested? Norah Jones is music at its finest, while Shakira is recycled pop music (which I must admit is ok at times.) If one is going to compare music, at least choose the same genre.

I can't give it a bad review as these are good songs well performed but this is only a subset of Peter Malick's 'Chance and Circumstance', an album that is so infectious it is almost never off my car stereo.

If you're only interested in the Norah Jones songs then fine, this is the one for you but for me 'Chance and Circumstance' is such a beautifully crafted work that anything less would feel like walking out halfway through the show.

Other people can review the musical style, I just wanted to let folks know.

Bad album. Don't listen what other people is saing to you! Shakira is better! Don't buy it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I really enjoy the mix of Norah Jones voice with Peter Malick's guitar work. Good music to have in the background to hum along to.

I borrowed this CD from my library in the hopes that since Norah Jones was featured on it, I would enjoy this album immensely.

I never imagined I'd listen to an entire recording with Norah Jones' voice and dislike it. Fans of Norah Jones' Come Away With Me probably wouldn't like this CD. I suppose a die-hard blues fan would like it, but I don't like the blues, therefore, this CD was a HUGE letdown for me. I liked New York City, but the entire album was enough of a disappointment for me to return to my library and forget about buying for myself. I would recommend Norah Jones' sophomore album before I would EVER recommend New York City.

P.S. This album really does not accurately capture the emotions of New York City. Really, it doesn't.

Norah Jones, stunningly beautiful, blues infused voice, and Peter Malick and his group have made a beautiful CD. It remains a mystery to me why "New York City" written by Peter and sung by Norah has not become a big hit. The glorious words sung by Norah are enchanting, and for everyone who has had a love affair with New York, you must hear this. Every time I visit New York I will remember this tune.

Peter Malick spent a lot of time in New York City listening to music, and he especially loved a little club called The Living Room. Here he found Norah Jones singing "Since I Fell For You", and he instantly knew that he had found a singer of his tunes. Norah agreed to sing some his music, and they played a couple of gigs in and around New York City. They ended up in a club on a lake in New Hampshire without much enthusiasm from the audience, but they entertained themselves, and decided to make a CD.

This CD is delicious. I found it by looking for Norah Jones new CD. I am so glad, I found it. Sam Maghett's "All Your Love" and "Heart of Mine" by Bob Dylan are stand-outs. Couldn't be better if sung by the maestros themselves. The favorite is , of course, "New York City".
"We were full of the stuff that every dream rested
As if floating on a lumpy pillow sky
Caught up in the whole illusion
That dreams never pass us by."

This is a little known CD and a real find. For you Norah Jones fans, a must buy. Peter Malick is a joy. A fabulous CD that is full of love found and love lost. prisrob

The album in general: Wow!

The song "Heart of Mine," specifically: Stunning!

This is a great cd! Norah sings her heart out on all of the tracks. The musicians are great behind her voice and when it is time for an instrumental solo, they aren't afraid to cut loose. I love this cd. The ONLY problem is that it is over too soon. This isn't the same Norah that you see in Come Away With Me or New York City. I can't say enough about how great this cd is. Any blues fan can appreciate Norah's performance on this cd. I hope Norah will realease another cd with this group or at least in the style of this cd.

The emergence of Norah Jones on the American music scene breathes life and hope into this culture that has for the most part, been void of decency, real talent, modesty, natural beauty, and breathtaking vocal abilities that remind us how precious, sweet, angelic, and wonderful music really is.

Ms. Jones is an extraordinary breath of fresh air with her gifted voice and her clean, fresh, crisp, respectful, and charming appearance. Her stage presence and unassuming attitude are rare in an industry run amuck with ungrateful miscreants, malcontents, thugs, hoodlums, and "in-your-face" no talented, overpaid singer "wannabes."

She is truly a rare jewel in a sea of cubic zirconium. We pray she progresses well and watches her career very carefully to avoid burnout and mismanagement.

Ms. Jones is a true American icon, idol, and gift of God; may He keep her safe and well.

The Rev. James Walter Clifton

Nothing of Norah's is bad, but don't waste you money on this one. It has 7 songs and two are duplicates. Go for her new one, Feels Like Home.

I was in the bathroom of this quaint little fish market with a converted restaurant when I first heard Norah's voice. I remember standing around in that humid little red bathroom through almost 3 tracks (not exactly good protocol on a date) totally enraptured by the the "not quite raspy, not quite silk" quality of her voice, the seductive cadence in her rythm, and delicious instramental accompaniments.

I was an immediate fan and bought her CD the next day. Norah singlehandedly branded my entire summer of 2002 as "romantic" with her first major work.

I was really excited, but mostly confused when this CD surfaced. It's release was not on my radar like "Feels Like Home" was. But of course I bought it, took it home, and devoured it. I remember thinking almost with every song "this is good, but missing something". Well, as I later learned, this CD was recorded before norah was NORAH. It was recorded when she was 21 and trying to make a name for herself. There's no Handsome Band (which I believe contribute greatly to the overall quality of her work), and it lacks the polish of "Come Away With Me".

But I really enjoyed.

Of course, her new CD just came out, and it's really fantastic. If I had to choose between both albums though, I'd choose "Feels Like Home" over this one. However, I don't have to choose, and, being a fan, there's allot to appreciate about this CD (I'd buy it just to have "Heart of Mine"; my favorite track on this album).

Hope this was helpful. Enjoy...

Peter Malick is a great blues guitarist and his collaboration with Norah Jones is stupendous. I first met Peter during an interview with him and the James Montgomery Blues Band at a Parsippany, NJ motel prior to their Joint In The Woods concert in 1974. We had a hard time tracking down the band through the label but we recorded a radio interview for college radio @ WSOU-FM. Peter kicked butt then, but he has grown into a very accomplished musician over the years. Don't pass the new lp up!

In speaking with Norah herself last summer, I learned that this CD was not authorized by her. It is simply a collection of recordings this guy made before she became a star. She does not endorse this album and discourages her fans from buying it.

i chanced upon this cd recently and i must say that i fell in love with the music big time, i love the raw edgyness of the music, it is such a far cry from Nora's current albums which are too slick and syrupy for me, hence I think Nora should do some blues as she definitely has a knack for it. Credit goes to Peter Malick for choosing Nora to be the singer, love the songs and it is certainly my choice of music for a long drive.