Dreams and Daggers
Cécile McLorin Salvant · 2017
112 min · 23 tracks · jazz · vocal jazz
A rich tapestry of jazz standards seamlessly woven with Cécile McLorin Salvant's emotive vocal prowess.
Why this album works
'Dreams and Daggers' received widespread critical acclaim, including a nomination for the Grammy Award for Best Jazz Vocal Album. Its unique blend of classic jazz interpretations and original compositions has influenced emerging jazz artists and has been pivotal in revitalizing interest in vocal jazz across diverse audiences.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys contemplative late-night vibes
- Context
- By the time 'Dreams and Daggers' was released in 2017, Cécile McLorin Salvant had already gained significant acclaim, winning the Grammy Award for Best Jazz Vocal Album for her previous work, 'For One to Love.' This album showcases her artistic evolution as she delves deeper into jazz traditions while also exploring personal narratives, solidifying her position as a leading voice in contemporary jazz.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Janis Siegel· Gregory Porter· Ann Hampton Callaway
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 And Yet 1:06
- 2 Devil May Care 6:56
- 3 Mad About the Boy Standout 6:52
- 4 Sam Jones’ Blues 2:59
- 5 More 3:33
- 6 Never Will I Marry 4:02
- 7 Somehow I Never Could Believe 9:55
- 8 If a Girl Isn’t Pretty 2:55
- 9 Red Instead 0:34
- 10 Runnin’ Wild 1:39
- 11 The Best Thing for You (Would Be Me) 7:08
Disc 2
- 1 You’re My Thrill 4:34
- 2 I Didn’t Know What Time It Was 6:29
- 3 Tell Me What They’re Saying Can’t Be True 5:29
- 4 Nothing Like You 3:49
- 5 You’ve Got to Give Me Some 6:11
- 6 The Worm 1:03
- 7 My Man’s Gone Now Standout 6:27
- 8 Let’s Face the Music and Dance 6:55
- 9 Si J’étais Blanche 5:14
- 10 Fascination 1:27
- 11 Wild Women Don’t Have the Blues Standout 6:50
- 12 You’re Getting to Be a Habit With Me 9:53
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