The Sound of Silence
Carmen McRae · 1968
39 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A soulful blend of jazz and pop that captures the emotional weight of its poignant lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady emotional melodic journey
- soulful reflections on love
- poignant moments for quiet introspection
- warm background for evening relaxation
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat dance tracks
- prefer fast-paced listening
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1968, Carmen McRae was already an established figure in jazz, known for her distinctive vocal style. 'The Sound of Silence' came during a prolific period for McRae, following her successful album 'Carmen Sings Monk' released in 1968, showcasing her ability to reinterpret contemporary songs with a jazz sensibility.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Billie Holiday· Sarah Vaughan· Ella Fitzgerald
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Sound of Silence 3:04
- 2 I Got It Bad and That Ain't Good 3:29
- 3 MacArthur Park 4:02
- 4 Watch What Happens 2:38
- 5 Stardust 4:08
- 6 Don't Go Away 2:18
- 7 Gloomy Sunday 4:11
- 8 I Sold My Heart to the Junkman 3:44
- 9 Poor Butterfly 2:21
- 10 My Heart Reminds Me 2:32
- 11 The Folks Who Live on the Hill 4:30
- 12 Can You Tell 2:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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