
“For those whose bag is funk or soul, Funky Ella should be squarely in their strike zone. Lewis is an excellent singer, Hagen likewise on piano, and the group goes about its funky business with finesse and flair.” - Jack Bowers
— All About Jazz
“Leslie is one of the most beautiful voices in the capital.” - Jérôme Partage
— Jazz Hot
“I Put A Spell On You by Funky Ella is an elegant and perfectly executed record.” - Luis Cifer
— rockthebestmusic.com
“It is not easy to cover songs as well known and special as this one without falling into the superficial and hackneyed, Funky Ella achieves it with a remarkable high.” - José Ramón
— La Habitación del Jazz
Funky Ella at Sunside Jazz Club Paris