Why this album works
This album is notable for its blend of jazz and pop elements, which helped maintain Basia's presence on the charts during the mid-'90s. It includes tracks like 'Cruising for Bruising,' which received significant airplay and contributed to her enduring appeal. The album showcases her creative evolution and further established her as a key figure in the contemporary jazz scene.
- Best for
- vibrant energy for celebrations dynamic journey with emotional peaks reflective moments of romantic yearning
- Context
- Released in 1995, 'Basia on Broadway' came after Basia's successful albums 'Time and Tide' and 'Lemonade.' At this stage in her career, she was solidifying her position as a prominent voice in the jazz-pop genre, following her commercial peak in the early '90s. This album reflects her exploration of theatrical influences and emphasizes her unique style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- giorge mijael· Sun Ra· will.i.am
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Copernicus 4:09
- 2 Cruising for Bruising Standout 4:46
- 3 Third Time Lucky 5:15
- 4 Drunk on Love Standout 5:02
- 5 From Now On 3:57
- 6 Baby You’re Mine 3:38
- 7 Yearning 6:05
- 8 Take Him Back Rachel 4:43
- 9 New Day for You 5:09
- 10 Promises Standout 5:24
- 11 Time and Tide 3:53
- 12 Half a Minute 3:56
- 13 Reward 6:28
- 14 Until You Come Back to Me 4:39
- 15 Dzień się budzi 3:43
- 16 Brave New Hope 5:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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