Released 70 years ago
Chris Connor
Chris Connor · 1956
35 min · 12 tracks · jazz
Warm vocals intertwine with lush orchestral arrangements, capturing the elegance and intimacy of mid-century jazz.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Get a Kick Out of You — This opening track showcases Connor's impeccable phrasing and ability to convey playful emotion, setting a vibrant tone for the album.
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Something to Live For — The poignant delivery encapsulates the essence of longing, demonstrating Connor's depth as an interpreter of lyrics.
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Where Are You — This track highlights a more introspective side of Connor, showcasing her ability to navigate complex emotional landscapes with grace.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong vocal performances with sophisticated arrangements, marking a solid debut for Connor.
What we noticed
- The album features lush orchestral arrangements that complement the warm vocal delivery, creating a rich sonic texture.
- Each track typically follows a standard verse-chorus structure, allowing Connor's voice to shine while supported by the instrumentation.
- Several tracks include subtle tempo changes, enhancing the emotional impact of the lyrics and melodies.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate evenings with close company
- short, charming vocal interludes
- playful melodies for lighthearted moments
- nostalgic reflections on romance
- smooth background for relaxed settings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer lengthy immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1956, 'Chris Connor' was the artist's debut album, marking her introduction to the jazz scene after a successful stint with the Stan Kenton Orchestra. This album set the stage for her career and showcased her distinct vocal style and emotional delivery.
- Stylistic neighbors
- June Christy· Anita O'Day· Sarah Vaughan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Get a Kick Out of You 1:53
- 2 Something to Live For 3:15
- 3 Get Out of Town 3:09
- 4 Where Are You 3:49
- 5 Anything Goes 2:15
- 6 When the Wind Was Green 3:26
- 7 He Was Too Good to Me 3:45
- 8 You Make Me Feel So Young 2:50
- 9 Ev’rytime 3:49
- 10 Way Out There 2:31
- 11 My April Heart 2:45
- 12 Almost Like Being in Love 2:10
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