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From Newport to London: Greatest Hits Live... and More

Basia · 2011

77 min · 18 tracks · jazz

A vibrant blend of jazz-infused pop showcasing Basia's sultry vocals and intricate melodies.

Why this album works

This album is significant not just for its collection of hits but also for highlighting Basia's unique fusion of jazz and pop that influenced a generation of artists. It captured the essence of her live performances, earning praise from fans and critics alike while reaffirming her status in the music industry during a period when many artists were shifting towards more electronic sounds.
Best for
steady flow with gradual peaks sultry vocals for evening relaxation vibrant melodies for social gatherings
Context
By the time 'From Newport to London: Greatest Hits Live... and More' was released in 2011, Basia had already established herself as a prominent figure in the jazz-pop scene with a career spanning over two decades. This compilation album followed her previous studio effort, 'It’s That Girl Again' (2009), and marked a return to live performance after years focusing on studio recordings.
Stylistic neighbors
giorge mijael· Sun Ra· will.i.am

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Third Time Lucky 5:25
  • 2 Drunk on Love Standout 4:43
  • 3 Cruising for Bruising Standout 4:29
  • 4 How Dare You 4:26
  • 5 If Not Now Then When 3:10
  • 6 Love Lies Bleeding 3:02
  • 7 I Must 4:41
  • 8 Astrud 4:20
  • 9 New Day for You 4:03
  • 10 A Gift 3:49
  • 11 An Olive Tree 4:59
  • 12 From Now On 4:41
  • 13 Promises 4:09
  • 14 Time and Tide Standout 4:09
  • 15 Copernicus 4:54
  • 16 There’s a Tear (acoustic) 4:17
  • 17 Wandering 3:44
  • 18 From Newport to London 4:33

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