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How Long Has This Been Going On?

Sarah Vaughan · 1978

42 min · 10 tracks · bebop · cool jazz

A lush tapestry of jazz standards, showcasing Vaughan's rich vocals against elegant arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for relaxed evenings
  • lush arrangements for intimate settings
  • rich vocals over elegant instrumentation
  • emotional depth for reflective moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seek upbeat party anthems

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1978, Sarah Vaughan was an established figure in jazz, known for her powerful voice and emotive delivery. 'How Long Has This Been Going On?' came during a prolific period following her 1977 album 'The Lonely Hours', where she continued to explore jazz standards with a fresh perspective.
Stylistic neighbors
Ella Fitzgerald· Billie Holiday· Nancy Wilson

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I’ve Got the World on a String 5:31
  • 2 Midnight Sun 1:37
  • 3 How Long Has This Been Going On? 6:00
  • 4 You’re Blase 5:07
  • 5 Easy Living 1:37
  • 6 More Than You Know 6:43
  • 7 My Old Flame 6:14
  • 8 Teach Me Tonight 3:03
  • 9 Body and Soul 3:40
  • 10 When Your Lover Has Gone 2:53

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