A Little Moonlight
Dianne Reeves · 2003
56 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B
A rich tapestry of jazz and R&B, blending classic standards with Dianne Reeves' soulful interpretations and lush vocal delivery.
Top tracks — play these first
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What a Little Moonlight Can Do — This track highlights Reeves' ability to infuse classic material with emotional depth, showcasing her vocal dexterity and interpretative skills.
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Skylark — Reeves transforms this standard into an intimate exploration of longing, using subtle phrasing to convey deep emotional resonance throughout the piece.
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You Go to My Head — In this song, Reeves delivers a hauntingly beautiful performance that emphasizes her mastery of dynamics and the complexity of romantic introspection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong vocal performances and rich arrangements but follows familiar jazz standards.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a mid-tempo track that sets a smooth, relaxed tone, followed by a gradual increase in tempo and energy through the first half.
- Each track features lush instrumental arrangements that complement Reeves' vocal delivery, often including strings and subtle brass.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- evening relaxation with gentle rhythms
- soulful interpretations for quiet moments
- romantic ambiance for intimate settings
- melodic storytelling with rich vocals
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy dance tracks
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2003, Dianne Reeves was building on her established reputation as a leading contemporary jazz vocalist. This album followed her Grammy-winning release 'Beautiful Life' from 2002, showcasing her growing artistry and appeal in the jazz genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cassandra Wilson· Esperanza Spalding· Lizz Wright
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Loads of Love 4:24
- 2 I Concentrate on You 5:20
- 3 Reflections 5:12
- 4 Skylark 6:52
- 5 What a Little Moonlight Can Do 6:21
- 6 Darn That Dream 4:46
- 7 I'm All Smiles 5:58
- 8 Lullaby of Broadway 5:35
- 9 You Go to My Head 7:25
- 10 We'll Be Together Again 4:35
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