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Live at Yoshi's

Dee Dee Bridgewater · 2000

67 min · 9 tracks · jazz

A vibrant live recording that captures Dee Dee Bridgewater's dynamic vocal delivery and engaging stage presence in intimate jazz settings.

Why this album works

'Live at Yoshi's' received critical acclaim for its authentic representation of jazz performance, earning praise from notable publications like The New York Times. It also solidified Bridgewater's reputation as a leading vocalist in the jazz genre, contributing to her continued success in the early 2000s.
Best for
intimate live performance atmosphere wave-like pacing with highs dynamic vocal delivery moments
Context
By the time 'Live at Yoshi's' was released in 2000, Dee Dee Bridgewater had established herself as a prominent figure in jazz, following her 1997 Grammy Award-winning album 'Dear Ella.' This live recording showcases her artistry at a pivotal moment when she was transitioning into a more experimental phase of her career, blending traditional jazz with contemporary influences.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Undecided Standout 8:57
  • 2 Slow Boat to China 6:08
  • 3 Stairway to the Stars 7:56
  • 4 What a Little Moonlight Can Do 5:13
  • 5 Sex Machine 2:32
  • 6 Midnight Sun 7:08
  • 7 Cherokee Standout 6:14
  • 8 Love for Sale Standout 14:05
  • 9 Cotton Tail 9:42

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