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Blues Cross Country

Peggy Lee · 1962

36 min · 14 tracks · jazz

A vibrant journey through American blues, infused with jazz elegance and Peggy Lee's captivating vocal charm.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for easy listening
  • vibrant journey through cities
  • captivating vocals with charm
  • for afternoon relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking intense musical experimentation
  • prefer long, uninterrupted tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1962, Peggy Lee was an established artist, fresh off her successful album 'Latin ala Lee!' released in 1960. 'Blues Cross Country' marked her exploration of the blues genre, showcasing her versatility as she transitioned from pop to a more nuanced sound, emphasizing regional American influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Ella Fitzgerald· Julie London· Sarah Vaughan

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Kansas City 2:29
  • 2 Basin Street Blues 3:04
  • 3 Los Angeles Blues 2:38
  • 4 I Left My Sugar (in Salt Lake City) 2:53
  • 5 The Grain Belt Blues 1:52
  • 6 New York City Blues 3:21
  • 7 Goin’ to Chicago Blues 2:37
  • 8 San Francisco Blues 2:37
  • 9 Fisherman’s Wharf 3:11
  • 10 Boston Beans 2:05
  • 11 The Train Blues 2:42
  • 12 St. Louis Blues 2:15
  • 13 Hey! Look Me Over 1:55
  • 14 The Shining Sea 2:45

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata