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Blood, Chet and Tears

Chet Baker · 1970

32 min · 10 tracks · jazz

A soulful blend of jazz and pop, infused with Chet Baker's signature melancholic trumpet tones.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of soulful warmth
  • nostalgic melodies for quiet moments
  • easygoing tunes for casual listening
  • melancholic trumpet tones resonate deeply
  • bright moments amidst reflective themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced energetic tracks
  • seek complex, lengthy compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1970, Chet Baker was experiencing a resurgence after years marked by personal struggles and addiction. 'Blood, Chet and Tears' represents his return to the studio following a hiatus in the late 1960s, showcasing his adaptability to contemporary sounds while retaining his distinctive style.
Stylistic neighbors
Miles Davis· Bill Evans· Stan Getz

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Easy Come, Easy Come 2:52
  • 2 Sugar Sugar 2:54
  • 3 Something 3:25
  • 4 Spinning Wheel 3:15
  • 5 Vehicle 2:52
  • 6 The Letter 3:39
  • 7 And When I Die 3:02
  • 8 Come Saturday Morning 2:47
  • 9 Evil Ways 3:41
  • 10 You've Made Me So Very Happy 3:42

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata