This long-awaited album, Love Always Wins, by vocalist Erin Krebs showcases her original compositions in the traditional Jazz and Blues styles. The album features several award-winning instrumentalists that give outstanding musical performances. True to the Jazz style, the rhythm section and vocals were recorded live in the studio so that Erin and the musicians could interact and improvise together. Jeff Johnston, guitarist and producer offers his soulful guitar playing and impeccable musical ear to the recording. Musicians performing on this album are: Stephen Cooper, tenor sax; Brian Gruselle, Hammond Organ; Drew Hicks, bass; James LeFevre, drums; Mike Malone, drums; Mark Martin, piano; Andrew Mertens, bass; Mike Underwood, drums; and Justin Zopel, bass. In addition to the vocals, Erin also plays flute on two tracks. The album was recorded, mixed, and mastered by award-winning engineer Tony Anders at Studio H in Appleton, WI. About the songs: All songs were written and arranged by Erin Krebs with the exception of "Ahead of the Game" and "Love Always Wins" (co-written with Jeff Johnston), and "When Love Comes to Play" (piano hook written by Mark Martin). The songs were all written during the year of 2015. Erin's inspiration comes from love, nature, and everyday life. Her influences include the composers of the Great American Songbook, and vocalists such as Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James, and Eva Cassidy. About Erin Krebs: Erin Krebs is a dynamic performer well on her way to becoming one of Wisconsin's premier and most treasured vocalists. Ranging from sultry jazz stylings to bebop scat to belting out the Blues, her performances exude confidence and a passion for life that audiences instantly recognize as genuine and heartfelt. Recently, Erin has been recognized by WAMI (Wisconsin Area Music Industry) for the 2016 Female Vocalist of the Year. Erin grew up in Southern Wisconsin, where she showed a love of music at an early age- singing on table tops at age 3. A few years later, she started playing flute and other woodwinds. Erin attended UW-Oshkosh, where received her Bachelor of Music Education Degree in 2003. She taught music in private schools from 2004-2014, and is currently focusing on her career as a vocalist. Erin also maintains a private studio in Neenah, WI where she teaches woodwind, piano and voice lessons. Erin often works in a duo with her partner, guitarist Jeff Johnston. With 30 plus years of performing, he has developed a well-traveled musical fluency that compliments Erin's extensive repertoire and songwriting style. Together, Erin and Jeff are able to provide a dynamic and versatile musical experience. While she primarily works with Jeff, Erin has a Jazz group, and sings in Jeff's blues band. She is often featured with the Water City Jazz Orchestra and award-winning Jazz group, Jazz Orgy.