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Love Stories

Eliane Elias · 2019

43 min · 9 tracks · jazz

Smooth jazz intertwines with Brazilian rhythms, showcasing lush arrangements and Eliane Elias's captivating vocals.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    A Man and a Woman Start here — This track opens the album with an expressive interpretation that highlights Elias's emotive vocal delivery paired with rich instrumentation, setting the tone for the collection.
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    Come Fly With Me — Elias’s rendition brings a fresh yet nostalgic feel to this classic, blending jazz and bossa nova influences that exemplify her signature style.
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    Baby Come to Me — The interplay between vocals and piano creates a tender atmosphere, making it a standout moment that showcases Elias's sensitivity and musicality.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong compositions and skilled arrangements, though it remains within familiar jazz territory.

What we noticed

  • Each track varies in tempo, with some maintaining a steady groove while others introduce more complex rhythmic patterns.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 melodic exploration
  • heartfelt vocals for nostalgia
  • for intimate evenings
  • gentle accompaniment for reflection

Maybe skip if you

  • seeks high-energy engagement
  • prefers fast-paced listening

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Continues her exploration in jazz with strong arrangements and vocals, showcasing vitality.
Career context
By the release of 'Love Stories' in 2019, Eliane Elias was well-established as a prominent figure in jazz, following her acclaimed works like 'Dance of Time' (2017). This album continued her exploration of romantic themes through the lens of her Brazilian heritage, further solidifying her unique blend of genres.
Stylistic neighbors
Chick Corea· Pat Metheny· Herbie Hancock
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Tracklist

  • 1 A Man and a Woman Start here 3:15
  • 2 Baby Come to Me 5:02
  • 3 Bonita 5:52
  • 4 Angel Eyes 5:25
  • 5 Come Fly With Me 5:52
  • 6 The Simplest Things 3:59
  • 7 Silence 4:04
  • 8 Little Boat 5:48
  • 9 The View 4:17

What to play next

Quietude
Listen next

Quietude

2022

Continues the smooth jazz vibe with a fresh perspective and deeper exploration of themes.
Dance of Time
Go back to

Dance of Time

2017

Sets the stage with similar rhythms and arrangements, leading into the lush sound of Love Stories.
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If this landed

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Come Away with Me

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Blends jazz and pop with intimate lyrics and warm instrumentation, echoing the emotional resonance of 'Love Stories'.

Rise

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