Live at Caesars Palace cover

Live at Caesars Palace

Diana Ross · 1974

46 min · 12 tracks · jazz · R&B · soul

A vibrant showcase of Diana Ross's vocal prowess, blending jazz and soul in a dazzling live performance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • vibrant live performance energy
  • dynamic medleys that surprise
  • cathartic sing-along moments
  • emotional vocal showcases
  • wave-like pacing and flow

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike live audience atmosphere
  • prefer studio polish over raw

Where this album fits

Themes
Las Vegas spectacle· community connection· jazz-infused emotion
Career context
By 1974, Diana Ross had transitioned from her role as the lead singer of The Supremes to a successful solo artist, having just released her self-titled debut album. 'Live at Caesars Palace' captures this pivotal moment in her career, highlighting her ability to command the stage and connect with audiences through her dynamic performances.
Stylistic neighbors
Chaka Khan· Donna Summer· Anita Baker
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Lady in Satin by Billie Holiday — Shares a jazz-infused emotional depth and showcases powerful vocal performances in a lush arrangement.
Ella in Berlin: Mack the Knife by Ella Fitzgerald — Captures the live performance energy and jazz sophistication, with a focus on vocal improvisation and connection.
Chaka by Chaka Khan — Combines R&B and jazz elements with a strong vocal presence, evoking similar themes of empowerment and spectacle.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Overture 0:49
  • 2 Don't Rain on My Parade (from Funny Girl) 2:21
  • 3 Big Mable Murphy 3:01
  • 4 Reach Out and Touch (Somebody's Hand) 6:57
  • 5 The Supremes Medley: Stop! In the Name of Love / My World Is Empty Without You / Baby Love / I Hear a Symphony 5:19
  • 6 Ain't No Mountain High Enough 4:56
  • 7 Corner of the Sky (from Pippin) 4:03
  • 8 Being Green 2:49
  • 9 I Loves Ya Porgy 1:36
  • 10 Lady Sings the Blues Medley: Lady Sings the Blues / God Bless the Child / Good Morning Heartache / T'Ain't Nobody's Bizness If I Do 7:24
  • 11 The Lady Is a Tramp 2:28
  • 12 My Man (Mon Homme) 4:25

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