This Dream of You
Diana Krall · 2020
50 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A lush, introspective jazz album that weaves heartfelt vocals with tender piano melodies and subtle orchestral arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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But Beautiful — This track opens the album with a hauntingly beautiful arrangement, showcasing Krall's emotive vocal delivery and lyrical interpretation of longing.
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Autumn in New York — Krall's rendition brings a smoky, nostalgic quality to this classic, perfectly capturing the essence of the city through her expressive phrasing.
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This Dream of You — The title track serves as a poignant centerpiece for the album, weaving together themes of memory and desire with lush instrumentation that enhances its dreamlike quality.
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Don't Smoke in Bed — Krall's performance here infuses an intimate storytelling element, transforming a simple narrative into a captivating exploration of vulnerability.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends heartfelt vocals with lush arrangements, creating an introspective jazz experience.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of piano as the primary instrument, with orchestral strings providing subtle background support throughout.
- Each track maintains a slow to mid-tempo pace, creating a reflective atmosphere that encourages deep listening.
- Vocals are present in most tracks, but several pieces showcase instrumental interludes that highlight the arrangement and musicianship.
- 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
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for intimate moments
- nostalgic reflections on love
- sultry vocals for evening relaxation
- gradual emotional peaks throughout
- for cozy gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced, upbeat tracks
- seeking high-energy party vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 25, 2020, This Dream of You is Diana Krall's first studio album since Turn Up the Quiet in 2017. At this stage in her career, Krall was celebrated for her smooth jazz interpretations and had solidified her status as a leading figure in contemporary jazz music. The album showcases her artistry during a time when she was navigating both personal and artistic growth, reflecting on themes of love and loss.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Norah Jones· Madeleine Peyroux· Jane Monheit
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 But Beautiful 4:50
- 2 That’s All / Azure-Te 4:05
- 3 Autumn in New York 5:19
- 4 Almost Like Being in Love 3:40
- 5 More Than You Know 3:57
- 6 Just You, Just Me 2:25
- 7 There’s No You 4:48
- 8 Don’t Smoke in Bed 3:18
- 9 This Dream of You 7:02
- 10 I Wished on the Moon 2:38
- 11 How Deep Is the Ocean 5:18
- 12 Singing in the Rain 3:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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