Jelena Ana Milcactic a.k.a. Helen Merrill
Helen Merrill · 2000
53 min · 13 tracks · jazz · vocal jazz
A soothing blend of jazz standards and heartfelt ballads, showcasing Merrill's emotive vocal prowess.
Why this album works
This album is significant as it reintroduces Helen Merrill to a new generation of listeners, bridging classic jazz with modern interpretations. It received critical acclaim for its intimate arrangements and emotional depth, further solidifying Merrill's legacy in the jazz world.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions contemplative late-night vibes
- Context
- By the time of this release in 2000, Helen Merrill was a seasoned jazz vocalist with a career spanning over five decades. This album marked her return to the recording scene after a relatively quiet period, reflecting both her enduring artistry and the evolution of her vocal style in contemporary jazz.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Frank Sinatra· Billie Holiday· Janis Siegel
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Kirje 3:15
- 2 Imagining Krk 2:15
- 3 Long, Long Ago 4:35
- 4 My Father Standout 7:18
- 5 La Paloma 5:57
- 6 Tanac 1:41
- 7 Wayfarin’ Stranger Standout 4:26
- 8 I’ll Take You Home Again, Kathleen 5:30
- 9 Lost in the Stars 5:19
- 10 Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child Standout 5:36
- 11 Among My Souvenirs 3:47
- 12 Nobody Knows 2:33
- 13 Ti Si Rajski Cvijet (You Are a Flower From Paradise) 1:01
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