Catherine Russell has been a back-up singer to the stars — like Madonna, David Bowie, Paul Simon and Dolly Parton. Russell traces her rich musical journey from her legendary father’s gig with Louis Armstrong to her new solo album, entitled Cat. Produced by Trey Kay.

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