Dreamsville
Stacey Kent · 2001
54 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A dreamy blend of jazz standards, enveloped in soft melodies and Kent's tender, intimate vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dreamsville — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its ethereal arrangement and Kent's evocative delivery, inviting listeners into a serene musical landscape.
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I've Got a Crush on You — This classic love song shines through Kent's warm interpretation, showcasing her ability to infuse nostalgia with fresh emotion.
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Isn't It a Pity — Kent's rendition of this ballad highlights her expressive phrasing and the nuanced interplay between voice and instrumentation, marking it as a standout moment in the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends soft melodies and intimate vocals, creating a cohesive and engaging jazz experience.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of soft, flowing melodies that create a dreamy atmosphere throughout.
- Kent's vocals are often layered with subtle instrumental arrangements, allowing for moments of both intimacy and spaciousness.
- Several tracks incorporate gentle tempo shifts, enhancing the overall relaxed feel of the album.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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 moments of quiet reflection
- steady pacing for relaxed listening
- dreamy atmosphere for evening unwind
- gentle melodies for cozy settings
Maybe skip if you
- seeks high-energy engagement
- prefers fast-paced rhythms
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2001, Dreamsville is Stacey Kent's fourth studio album, coming after her critically acclaimed album, The Boy Next Door. At this point in her career, Kent was solidifying her reputation as a leading voice in contemporary jazz, building on the success of her earlier work to explore more intricate arrangements and emotional depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cassandra Wilson· Diana Krall· Madeleine Peyroux
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I've Got a Crush on You 4:43
- 2 When Your Lover Has Gone 4:35
- 3 Isn't It a Pity 5:34
- 4 You Are There 2:27
- 5 Under a Blanket of Blue 4:03
- 6 Dreamsville 5:35
- 7 Polka Dots & Moonbeams 4:34
- 8 Hushabye Mountain 2:38
- 9 Little Girl Blue 5:38
- 10 You're Looking at Me 4:31
- 11 Violets for Your Furs 5:44
- 12 Thanks for the Memory 4:12
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