Her stage presence and voice are addictive… An intimacy that takes your breath away!--The Washington TimesAkers has a cool, cerebral vocal style that is balanced by the warmth of her eyes. Her chiseled, fashion-model good looks and plaintive songs re-create images we remember from the great movies of the '40s.--Billboard MagazineAkers catches just the right nuance, investing her lyrics with poignancy and credibility… a hauntingly lovely show. Her impeccable diction, pin-point-sharp intonation and bell-like soprano are exemplary… The bulk of the program, though, is given over to Akers' formidable musical skills. --JazzTimes