Billie Holiday
Billie Holiday · 1954
24 min · 8 tracks · blues · jazz · swing
A sultry blend of jazz and blues, capturing raw emotion through Billie Holiday's hauntingly beautiful vocals.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its critical acclaim and the preservation of Holiday's legacy as one of the greatest jazz vocalists. It showcases her unique interpretive style and emotional depth, contributing to renewed interest in her music years after her passing.
- Best for
- sultry late-night ambiance short, heartfelt melodic moments evocative emotional reflections
- Context
- Released in 1954, this album marked a significant moment in Billie Holiday's career as it was her last studio album before her death in 1959. At this point, she had already established herself as a pioneering figure in jazz, but her health was declining due to substance abuse, which affected her performances and recordings.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bing Crosby· Dave Brubeck· Dean Martin· Chet Atkins· Herbie Mann· Ray Charles· Nina Simone· Sonny Rollins
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Love for Sale Standout 2:56
- 2 Moon Glow 2:58
- 3 Everything I Have Is Yours 3:43
- 4 If the Moon Turns Green 2:46
- 5 Autumn in New York Standout 3:43
- 6 How Deep Is the Ocean Standout 3:00
- 7 What a Little Moonlight Can Do 3:14
- 8 I Cried for You 2:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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