New Feelin'
Liza Minnelli · 1970
29 min · 10 tracks · jazz
A lush blend of jazz-infused pop where emotive vocals weave through classic standards with a contemporary flair.
Top tracks — play these first
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Maybe This Time — This track exemplifies Minnelli's ability to convey vulnerability and yearning, making it one of the standout moments of emotional depth on the album.
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Stormy Weather — Minnelli's rendition transforms this classic into a personal narrative, showcasing her unique interpretation and vocal prowess.
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God Bless the Child — The haunting arrangement combined with Minnelli's heartfelt delivery highlights the song's themes of hardship and resilience, marking it as a key moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Minnelli's powerful vocals and fresh arrangements of standards create a compelling jazz-pop blend.
What we noticed
- The album features lush orchestral arrangements that complement Minnelli's emotive vocal style, particularly evident in tracks like 'Stormy Weather' and 'God Bless the Child'.
- Each track is a reinterpretation of classic standards, with a focus on dynamic phrasing and expressive delivery that highlights Minnelli's theatrical background.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of emotional depth
- nostalgic reflections on love
- for intimate gatherings
- engaging vocal performances throughout
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, sprawling albums
- seek high-energy dance tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1970, New Feelin' marked Liza Minnelli's transition from Broadway star to recording artist. This album followed her acclaimed performance in Cabaret, solidifying her status as a versatile entertainer and showcasing her ability to interpret jazz standards.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Judy Garland· Barbra Streisand· Ella Fitzgerald
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Love for Sale 2:35
- 2 Stormy Weather 2:40
- 3 Come Rain or Come Shine 3:12
- 4 Lazy Bones 2:32
- 5 Can’t Help Lovin’ That Man of Mine 2:35
- 6 (I Wonder Where My) Easy Rider’s Gone 3:00
- 7 The Man I Love 2:45
- 8 How Long Has This Been Goin’ On? 3:00
- 9 God Bless the Child 3:30
- 10 Maybe This Time 3:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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