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Bare Bones

Madeleine Peyroux · 2009

49 min · 11 tracks · jazz · chanson

Intimate jazz-inflected melodies intertwine with poignant storytelling and Peyroux's smoky, emotive vocals.

Why this album works

The album received positive critical reception, highlighting Peyroux's unique blend of jazz and chanson influences. It reinforced her status within the genre, contributing to a renewed interest in acoustic jazz during the late 2000s and solidifying her reputation as a key figure in modern jazz music.
Best for
steady melodic journeys intimate storytelling experience contemplative listening sessions
Context
By the time 'Bare Bones' was released in 2009, Madeleine Peyroux had established herself as a significant voice in contemporary jazz, following her acclaimed album 'Half the Perfect World' from 2006. This record marked a continuation of her artistic evolution, showcasing her deepening songwriting abilities and introspective themes after years of critical acclaim and commercial success.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Instead Standout 5:13
  • 2 Bare Bones Standout 3:26
  • 3 Damn the Circumstances Standout 4:37
  • 4 River of Tears 5:21
  • 5 You Can’t Do Me 5:04
  • 6 Love and Treachery 4:20
  • 7 Our Lady of Pigalle 5:28
  • 8 Homeless Happiness 3:59
  • 9 To Love You All Over Again 3:59
  • 10 I Must Be Saved 4:45
  • 11 Somethin’ Grand 3:44

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