Standing on the Rooftop
Madeleine Peyroux · 2011
47 min · 12 tracks · jazz · chanson
A soulful blend of jazz and chanson that weaves intimate storytelling with smoky, atmospheric instrumentation.
Why this album works
This album received attention for its blend of genres and thoughtful lyricism, earning positive reviews from critics. It solidified Peyroux's reputation as a leading artist within the jazz and chanson landscapes, contributing to a resurgence of interest in jazz-inflected music during the early 2010s.
- Career context
- By the time 'Standing on the Rooftop' was released in 2011, Madeleine Peyroux had established herself as a prominent figure in the contemporary jazz scene, following her breakout album 'Careless Love' in 2004. This album represented a continued evolution of her style, showcasing her ability to reinterpret classic songs while introducing original material that reflects her unique voice and experiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aleksandr Marshal· Alexander Rosenbaum· Grigory Leps
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Martha My Dear 2:31
- 2 The Kind You Can't Afford 3:58
- 3 The Things I've Seen Today 3:44
- 4 Fickle Dove Standout 3:27
- 5 Lay Your Sleeping Head, My Love 3:22
- 6 Standing on the Rooftop Standout 5:46
- 7 I Threw It All Away 3:13
- 8 Love in Vain Standout 3:38
- 9 Don't Pick a Fight With a Poet 4:28
- 10 Meet Me in Rio 3:50
- 11 Ophelia 5:11
- 12 The Way of All Things 4:01
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