Blue Notes in the Basement
Ultra Naté · 1991
54 min · 12 tracks · contemporary R&B · house
A vibrant fusion of house beats and contemporary R&B melodies that invites listeners to dance and reflect.
Why this album works
'Blue Notes in the Basement' is significant for its role in the early 90s dance music movement, helping to popularize house music within mainstream culture. The album's blend of R&B and house paved the way for later artists, establishing Ultra Naté as a key figure in the genre and leading to her continued influence on subsequent dance tracks.
- Career context
- Released in 1991, 'Blue Notes in the Basement' marked Ultra Naté's debut album, positioning her as a fresh voice in the burgeoning house music scene. At this time, she was transitioning from a background singer to a solo artist, setting the stage for her future success in both club and pop music.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Blue Notes 1:43
- 2 Sands of Time 4:03
- 3 Is It Love? Standout 4:37
- 4 Deeper Love (Missing You) Standout 4:03
- 5 You & Me Together 4:41
- 6 It's Over Now 3:56
- 7 Scandal 5:34
- 8 Rejoicing (I'll Never Forget) 6:30
- 9 Rain 4:13
- 10 Love Hungover 6:18
- 11 It's My World Standout 5:01
- 12 Funny (How Things Change) 3:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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