Released 30 years ago
Live at Blues Alley
Eva Cassidy · 1996
57 min · 13 tracks · blues
A breathtaking blend of jazz and blues, showcasing raw emotion through heartfelt interpretations and stunning vocal prowess.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Bridge Over Troubled Water — Cassidy's rendition showcases her vocal range and emotional delivery, transforming the classic into a deeply personal experience that resonates with listeners.
-
→
Fields of Gold — Her interpretation brings a haunting quality to the song, highlighting both vulnerability and strength while revealing her unique artistic perspective.
-
→
What a Wonderful World — This track captures Cassidy's ability to convey profound emotion through simplicity, creating a poignant moment that lingers long after the performance ends.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Cassidy's emotional vocal delivery and the blend of jazz and blues create a compelling live atmosphere.
What we noticed
- Each track showcases Cassidy's ability to convey emotion through dynamic shifts in her vocal intensity, particularly on slower songs.
- The instrumentation is primarily acoustic, with guitar and piano providing a warm backdrop that complements Cassidy's voice.
- Composition 25% of the score
-
7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
-
8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
-
8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
-
7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
-
6/10
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
- steady performance flow
- heartfelt emotional connections
- introspective late-night vibes
- immersive listening experience
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1996, Live at Blues Alley was Eva Cassidy's posthumous album, capturing a live performance that showcased her exceptional talent. At this time, Cassidy had yet to achieve commercial success but was gaining recognition for her unique voice and ability to transcend genres. This album would later become a cornerstone of her legacy as an artist who bridged the gap between jazz, blues, and folk.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Norah Jones· Sarah McLachlan· Joni Mitchell
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cheek to Cheek 4:03
- 2 Stormy Monday 5:49
- 3 Bridge Over Troubled Water 5:33
- 4 Fine and Mellow 4:03
- 5 People Get Ready 3:36
- 6 Blue Skies 2:37
- 7 Tall Trees in Georgia 4:05
- 8 Fields of Gold 4:57
- 9 Autumn Leaves 4:57
- 10 Honeysuckle Rose 3:14
- 11 Take Me to the River 3:51
- 12 What a Wonderful World 5:50
- 13 Oh, Had I a Golden Thread 4:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.