Somi s LIVE AT JAZZ STANDARD marks the young songwriter s debut live concert recording and proves that her global musical sensibilities are matched by expansive vocal prowess. Singing in English and three East African languages, Somi shares a cosmopolitan storybook of original tunes while also paying tribute to the likes of Abbey Lincoln and Bob Marley. Backed by a ferocious band, SHE HOLDS NOTHING BACK immediately transporting the listener to an intimate view of her personal history, virtuosic showmanship, and starbright stage presence. Reflecting on the decision to record a live album, Somi says she not only wanted to CELEBRATE THE SPIRITED CONVERSATION BETWEEN ARTIST AND AUDIENCE BUT TO WELCOME THE LISTENER INTO THE HOME SHE CRATES EACH TIME SHE STEPS ON STAGE