Irene Sage

2001 was a banner year for Irene Sage. She had her first solo gig at the prestigious New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Her CD, Come On In, released for the occasion, was a top seller there, and glowing reviews praised the singer/songwriter's work. It was quite a return to the entertainment business for a musician who took three years out to give birth and spend time with her daughter. With her husband/musician Scott Conklin's encouragement, she got back to stage life, but with a mature woman's outlook. This perspective is reflected in the eclectic choice of material on...