Chris Plum and his jazz ensemble release new album, “LIE TO ME” 

Songwriter, singer and musician Chris Plum has been a lifelong fan of mid-century nightclub jazz combos and crooners (as well as a show tune or ten). A former indie rocker, his artistry has evolved to make him into a genre-flexing performer and blue balladeer. His new release, “Lie to Me” was recorded live with his ensemble at Willis Sound (Willis, MI) using vintage recording gear and techniques which pay homage to the era of the crooner greats. With it Plum brings a fresh batch of richly arranged and deeply personal songs written in the context of the modern age yet steeped in the classic sounds of the 20th century.

Plum released his debut jazz album, “The Small Hours” in 2022 with much of the same personnel. 

The recording ensemble includes Aric Karpinski on piano, Keith Malinowski on bass, Jeff Hupp on drums, Hayden Cuzmano on guitar, Kristin von Bernthal and Korin Visocchi on vocals, and Aaron Snyder, Ben Lafo and Quentin Jensen on brass. 

“Lie to Me” is be available on streaming platforms. A vinyl release is scheduled for May 2026.which