Michaels' The Great American Songbook Live at the 2011 Edinburgh Fringe is a stunning album that showcases the artist's incredible vocal range and interpretation skills. Michaels' voice is smooth and powerful, effortlessly delivering classic songs from the American Songbook with passion and precision.
The album features a mix of well-known standards and lesser-known gems, all given the Michaels treatment. Each song is beautifully arranged, with lush orchestral backing that perfectly complements the singer's voice.
Highlights include the playful "Puttin' on the Ritz," the haunting "Moon River," and the upbeat "I Got Rhythm." Michaels' rendition of "Over the Rainbow" is particularly moving, with the singer infusing the classic song with a sense of longing and hope.