Blue Skies
Cassandra Wilson · 1988
51 min · 10 tracks · jazz
A captivating blend of jazz standards and rich vocal textures that evoke a timeless elegance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- late-night contemplative moods
- layered, dense sonic textures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Upon releasing 'Blue Skies' in 1988, Cassandra Wilson was transitioning from her early career as a jazz vocalist into a more recognized artist in the genre. This album followed her debut, 'Point of View', and marked her first significant step towards establishing a unique vocal style that incorporated elements of blues and folk into traditional jazz forms.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Diana Krall· Norah Jones· Esperanza Spalding
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shall We Dance 7:20
- 2 Polka Dots and Moonbeams 5:46
- 3 I've Grown Accustomed to His Face 5:15
- 4 I Didn't Know What Time It Was 4:51
- 5 Gee Baby Ain't I Good to You 5:04
- 6 I'm Old Fashioned 3:07
- 7 Sweet Lorraine 5:31
- 8 My One and Only Love 6:02
- 9 Autumn Nocturne 5:01
- 10 Blue Skies 3:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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