Can't Hide Love
Carmen McRae · 1976
41 min · 10 tracks · jazz
A lush tapestry of jazz-infused soul, where McRae's emotive vocals soar over sophisticated arrangements.
Why this album works
The album features McRae's interpretation of the controversial track 'Only Women Bleed', which resonated deeply during the feminist movement. It received favorable reviews and contributed to McRae's continued recognition as a significant figure in jazz music, influencing subsequent generations of female vocalists.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo emotional flow intimate moments of vulnerability sophisticated arrangements for relaxation
- Context
- Released in 1976, 'Can't Hide Love' marked Carmen McRae's return to the studio after a three-year hiatus. This album followed her acclaimed work in the early 1970s and showcased her ability to blend jazz with contemporary pop influences, solidifying her status as a leading voice in jazz.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aretha Franklin· Bing Crosby· Ella Fitzgerald· Dave Brubeck· Chet Atkins· Ray Charles· Dean Martin· Andy Williams
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Can't Hide Love Standout 3:54
- 2 The Man I Love 4:16
- 3 Only Women Bleed Standout 4:57
- 4 I Wish You Well 3:17
- 5 All by Myself Standout 6:03
- 6 Music 3:32
- 7 Lost Up in Loving You 4:38
- 8 You're Everything 2:51
- 9 Would You Believe 4:09
- 10 A Child Is Born 3:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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