The Shocking Miss Emerald cover

The Shocking Miss Emerald

Caro Emerald · 2013

48 min · 14 tracks · electronic · jazz · electro swing

A vibrant blend of vintage charm and modern flair, merging jazz-infused pop with playful electro swing elements.

Why this album works

This album debuted at number one on the Dutch Albums Chart and has been certified platinum in the Netherlands. Its success helped define the electro swing genre, influencing a wave of similar artists and securing Emerald's reputation as a leading figure in contemporary jazz-pop.
Career context
Released on May 3, 2013, 'The Shocking Miss Emerald' is Caro Emerald's sophomore album, following her successful debut 'Deleted Scenes from the Cutting Room Floor.' At this point in her career, Emerald was solidifying her unique sound and growing international presence, having already garnered significant acclaim in Europe.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Miss Emerald: Intro 0:39
  • 2 One Day Standout 4:32
  • 3 Coming Back as a Man 3:34
  • 4 Tangled Up 3:15
  • 5 Completely 2:29
  • 6 Black Valentine 5:03
  • 7 Pack Up the Louie Standout 3:33
  • 8 I Belong to You 3:27
  • 9 The Maestro 2:37
  • 10 Liquid Lunch Standout 3:59
  • 11 Excuse My French 3:52
  • 12 Paris 4:47
  • 13 My 2 Cents 3:45
  • 14 The Wonderful in You 3:10

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