Diane Schuur & the Count Basie Orchestra
42 min · 12 tracks · jazz · vocal jazz
A vibrant fusion of rich vocal jazz and classic big band arrangements, showcasing Schuur's powerful voice.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its revival of interest in big band jazz during the late 1980s, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. The critical acclaim it received helped to further establish Diane Schuur as a prominent figure in jazz, winning her the Grammy Award for Best Jazz Vocal Performance.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove rich vocal warmth sophisticated background ambiance
- Context
- Released in 1987, 'Diane Schuur & the Count Basie Orchestra' marked a significant collaboration for Schuur, following her notable debut album 'Seeing You' in 1986. This album solidified her position in the jazz world, demonstrating her ability to blend contemporary vocal jazz with traditional big band sounds while working with the legendary Count Basie Orchestra.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Christina Aguilera· Ricky Martin· Madonna· Backstreet Boys· Debbie Gibson· Alanis Morissette· No Doubt
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Deedles' Blues 3:33
- 2 Caught a Touch of Your Love 3:15
- 3 Travelin' Light Standout 4:26
- 4 I Just Found Out About Love Standout 2:40
- 5 Travelin' Blues 4:13
- 6 I Loves You Porgy 3:11
- 7 You Can Have It 3:28
- 8 Only You Standout 4:46
- 9 Everyday 3:11
- 10 We'll Be Together Again 4:08
- 11 Until I Met You 2:57
- 12 Climbing Higher Mountains 2:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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