What makes Live at the Lampie by Liane Carroll notable?

Live at the Lampie received widespread acclaim for its authentic presentation of jazz standards and demonstrated Carroll's growing influence within the genre. The album further solidified her reputation as a leading jazz vocalist in the UK, earning praise from critics and contributing to her recognition at various music festivals and events. By the time of the release of Live at the Lampie in 2009, Liane Carroll was already an established figure in the UK jazz scene, known for her expressive vocal style and piano skills. This album followed her previous works and showcased her ability to interpret classic standards while also highlighting her improvisational prowess in a live environment.

How many songs are on Live at the Lampie?

Live at the Lampie has 9 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.

Live at the Lampie

Liane Carroll · 2009

65 min · 9 tracks · jazz

Liane Carroll's rich vocals intertwine with a delicate piano, creating an intimate jazz atmosphere captured in a live setting.

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Love for Sale — This track opens the album with a sultry interpretation that showcases Carroll's vocal range and emotional depth, setting the tone for the entire performance.
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Come Rain or Come Shine — Carroll delivers an impassioned performance of this classic, using dynamic shifts to convey longing and hope, making it one of the highlights of the set.
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Falling in Love With Love — The playful tempo and lively arrangement allow Carroll to display her vocal agility while engaging with the audience, reflecting her charm as a live performer.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

Carroll's expressive vocals and skilled piano work create a strong jazz atmosphere, though it follows familiar standards.

What we noticed

The live recording captures the audience's reactions, adding an intimate atmosphere to the performance.
Several tracks showcase extended instrumental sections where the piano takes the lead, allowing for improvisation and interaction between the musicians.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 3/10

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.

Tracklist

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1 Love for Sale 7:40
2 Falling in Love With Love 5:19
3 Alfie 9:30
4 Lover Come Back to Me 6:45
5 I Got It Bad 6:49
6 Come Rain or Come Shine 9:05
7 Time After Time 7:25
8 Witchcraft 6:42
9 Come Rain or Come Shine (alt. take) 6:10

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