Afro Blue
Dee Dee Bridgewater · 1974
40 min · 7 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of jazz and soul that celebrates the African American experience through rich melodies and heartfelt lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow with emotional peaks
- heartfelt melodies for reflective moments
- vibrant energy for evening gatherings
- captivating storytelling through music
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike longer, immersive pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1974, 'Afro Blue' was Dee Dee Bridgewater's debut album, marking her emergence as a significant voice in jazz. At this point, Bridgewater was transitioning from her work on Broadway to a solo career, showcasing her vocal prowess and artistic vision.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nina Simone· Cassandra Wilson· Diana Krall
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Afro Blue 8:25
- 2 Love Vibrations 5:52
- 3 Blues Medley: Everyday I Have the Blues / Stormy Monday Blues 8:06
- 4 Little B's Poem 3:06
- 5 Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head 4:37
- 6 Love From the Sun 5:23
- 7 People Make the World Go Round 4:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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