My Ideal: A Tribute to Chet Baker Sings cover

My Ideal: A Tribute to Chet Baker Sings

Amos Lee · 2022

42 min · 14 tracks · folk

A lush tribute where tender vocals weave through jazz standards, evoking nostalgia and intimacy.

Why this album works

This album matters as it revives the timeless appeal of Chet Baker's music while introducing it to a new audience, demonstrating Lee's versatility. Critics have praised the album for its heartfelt interpretations, with notable mentions in publications such as Rolling Stone, underscoring its artistic significance in bridging jazz and folk influences.
Best for
steady, consistent energy levels intimate late-night vibes nostalgic reflective moments
Context
By the time 'My Ideal: A Tribute to Chet Baker Sings' was released in November 2022, Amos Lee had established himself as a respected artist within the folk and soul genres. This album arrives as his ninth studio release, showcasing his artistry by paying homage to the vocal stylings of Chet Baker, reflecting Lee's evolution beyond original compositions into reinterpretations of classic jazz standards.
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Tracklist

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

  • 1 That Old Feeling 3:22
  • 2 It's Always You 3:46
  • 3 Like Someone in Love Standout 2:31
  • 4 My Ideal 3:26
  • 5 I've Never Been in Love Before 4:24
  • 6 My Buddy 3:18
  • 7 But Not for Me 2:24
  • 8 Time After Time Standout 2:51
  • 9 I Get Along Without You Very Well 2:54
  • 10 My Funny Valentine (For Oskar and Eli) Standout 2:07
  • 11 There Will Never Be Another You 3:10
  • 12 The Thrill Is Gone 2:33
  • 13 I Fall in Love Too Easily 3:24
  • 14 Look for the Silver Lining 2:46

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