An Evening with Billie Holiday cover

An Evening with Billie Holiday

Billie Holiday · 1953

25 min · 8 tracks · blues · jazz · swing

A soulful blend of lush orchestration and Billie Holiday's haunting, emotive vocals that encapsulate jazz's intimate storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate storytelling through song
  • short melodic reflections
  • for evening relaxation
  • hauntingly emotive vocal delivery

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of upbeat tempos
  • prefer lengthy musical explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1953, 'An Evening with Billie Holiday' came during a significant period in Holiday's career, as she was navigating personal struggles and health issues while still being a revered figure in jazz. This album followed her participation in various live performances and recordings in the early 1950s, showcasing her enduring artistry despite the challenges she faced.
Stylistic neighbors
Ella Fitzgerald· Sarah Vaughan· Nina Simone

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Stormy Weather 3:41
  • 2 Lover Come Back to Me 3:36
  • 3 My Man 2:37
  • 4 He's Funny That Way 3:11
  • 5 Yesterdays 2:49
  • 6 Tenderly 3:23
  • 7 I Can't Face the Music 3:14
  • 8 Remember 2:34

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata