Midnight Sun cover

Midnight Sun

Dee Dee Bridgewater · 2011

56 min · 11 tracks · jazz

A lush tapestry of jazz standards, filled with Bridgewater's rich vocals and emotive interpretations.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady progression with resolution
  • rich vocal explorations of emotion
  • late-night reflective listening
  • intimate moments of vulnerability

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party anthems
  • prefer fast-paced listening

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2011, Dee Dee Bridgewater was an established jazz vocalist with a career spanning over three decades. 'Midnight Sun' marked her return to the studio after a period of exploration in world music and theatrical performances, showcasing her versatility as she revisited classic jazz standards with fresh interpretations.
Stylistic neighbors
Nina Simone· Cassandra Wilson· Diana Krall

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Midnight Sun 7:24
  • 2 Angel Eyes 5:52
  • 3 My Ship 4:58
  • 4 Que Reste-t-il? 4:59
  • 5 Lonely Woman 5:22
  • 6 Speak Low 4:19
  • 7 I'm a Fool to Want You/I Fall in Love Too Easily 4:09
  • 8 L'Hymne a L'Amour 5:04
  • 9 The Island 3:42
  • 10 Good Morning Heartache 5:11
  • 11 Here I'll Stay 5:45

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