Carri Coltrane

Biography

Upon hearing the name Carri Coltrane, a few jazz enthusiasts have wondered if the jazz/pop singer is related to the seminal John Coltrane. But in fact, they are unrelated; Carri Coltrane has used "Coltrane" as a stage name in order to express her admiration for the late tenor sax giant. This isn't to say that her singing is a lot like his playing; Coltrane's subtle, waifish introspection is a long way from the explosive, fiery solos that John Coltrane was known for. Born Carrie ... Read more