Blue Alert cover

Blue Alert

Anjani · 2006

40 min · 10 tracks · jazz · traditional folk music

Ethereal jazz melodies intertwine with folk influences, creating an intimate and haunting listening experience.

Why this album works

'Blue Alert' received critical acclaim for its introspective lyrics and lush arrangements, positioning Anjani as a significant voice in contemporary jazz. The album's reception included features in notable publications and highlighted her artistic identity separate from her work with Cohen, aiding her emergence as a solo artist.
Career context
When 'Blue Alert' was released in 2006, Anjani was navigating her artistry as a solo performer after years of collaboration with Leonard Cohen. This album marked her first project since being signed to Cohen's label, and it showcased her unique style blending jazz and folk elements while paying homage to the influences that shaped her sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Isabel Parra· Iwan Fals· John Denver

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Blue Alert 5:40
  • 2 Innermost Door 3:16
  • 3 The Golden Gate 3:08
  • 4 Half the Perfect World Standout 4:06
  • 5 Nightingale Standout 3:00
  • 6 No One After You 4:09
  • 7 Never Got to Love You 4:36
  • 8 The Mist 3:08
  • 9 Crazy to Love You Standout 4:51
  • 10 Thanks for the Dance 4:38

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