What makes All or Nothing at All by Billie Holiday notable?

This album is notable for its critical acclaim upon release, with several tracks becoming staples in the jazz repertoire. Additionally, it showcased Holiday's ability to convey deep emotion through her performances even as she struggled with addiction and declining health, influencing countless jazz vocalists who followed. By 1958, Billie Holiday was in the later stages of her career, having faced significant personal challenges and health issues. 'All or Nothing at All' marked her first studio album since the mid-1950s and showcased her enduring artistry despite these struggles, featuring a collection of well-known standards reinterpreted through her unique vocal style.

Who is All or Nothing at All for?

All or Nothing at All works well if you're into wave-like emotional ebb and flow, for late-night introspection and rich vocal warmth and depth.

How many songs are on All or Nothing at All?

All or Nothing at All has 28 tracks, running approximately 135 minutes.

All or Nothing at All

Billie Holiday · 1958

135 min · 28 tracks · blues · jazz · swing

A rich tapestry of emotive vocals and sophisticated arrangements woven through classic jazz standards.

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Why this album works

This album is notable for its critical acclaim upon release, with several tracks becoming staples in the jazz repertoire. Additionally, it showcased Holiday's ability to convey deep emotion through her performances even as she struggled with addiction and declining health, influencing countless jazz vocalists who followed.

Best for: wave-like emotional ebb and flow for late-night introspection rich vocal warmth and depth
Context: By 1958, Billie Holiday was in the later stages of her career, having faced significant personal challenges and health issues. 'All or Nothing at All' marked her first studio album since the mid-1950s and showcased her enduring artistry despite these struggles, featuring a collection of well-known standards reinterpreted through her unique vocal style.
Stylistic neighbors: Bing Crosby· Dave Brubeck· Dean Martin· Chet Atkins· Herbie Mann· Ray Charles· Nina Simone· Sonny Rollins