The Very Thought of You
Emilie-Claire Barlow · 2007
57 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A lush exploration of classic jazz standards infused with Emilie-Claire Barlow's warm, inviting vocals and intricate arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Very Thought of You — The title track stands out with its romantic lyrics and lush orchestration, capturing the essence of longing beautifully through Barlow's expressive vocal delivery.
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Almost Like Being in Love — This track showcases Barlow's ability to blend playful energy with heartfelt emotion, highlighted by an upbeat arrangement that invites listeners into a joyful experience.
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What a Little Moonlight Can Do — With its enchanting melody and smooth phrasing, this song exemplifies Barlow's skill at interpreting classic material while adding her unique vocal flair.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong vocal performances and intricate arrangements, contributing to its appeal within the jazz genre.
What we noticed
- The album features lush orchestral arrangements that complement Barlow's vocals, with strings and horns frequently weaving in and out of the mix.
- Barlow's vocal delivery often employs subtle phrasing changes, allowing her to interpret the lyrics in a personal way while staying true to the original melodies.
- 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
- steady melodic exploration throughout
- warm vocals for cozy evenings
- inviting sound for relaxed gatherings
- for intimate dinner parties
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy dance tracks
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2007, Emilie-Claire Barlow was establishing herself in the jazz scene with 'The Very Thought of You', her fourth studio album. This release followed her previous album 'Chansons' (2006) and showcased her growing confidence as a vocalist and arranger, blending traditional jazz with contemporary sensibilities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cécile McLorin Salvant· Madeleine Peyroux· Norah Jones
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Very Thought of You 6:38
- 2 Almost Like Being in Love 3:46
- 3 O pato (The Duck) 3:35
- 4 Les yeux ouverts (Dream a Little Dream of Me) 4:46
- 5 Pennies From Heaven 4:25
- 6 What a Little Moonlight Can Do 5:22
- 7 Surrey With the Fringe on Top 5:01
- 8 My Time of Day / I've Never Been in Love Before 5:59
- 9 C'est si bon 3:52
- 10 De conversa em conversa 2:55
- 11 The Boy Next Door 5:25
- 12 So Many Stars 5:26
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