Waiter, Make Mine Blues
Anita O'Day · 1961
41 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A captivating blend of smoky jazz vocals and lush orchestral arrangements that evoke deep emotional resonance.
Why this album works
'Waiter, Make Mine Blues' is significant for its critical acclaim and its role in establishing O'Day as a leading female voice in jazz during the early 1960s. The album features classic standards that have become staples in jazz repertoire, influencing subsequent generations of vocalists and musicians alike.
- Best for
- steady melodic exploration deep emotional resonance intimate late-night vibes
- Context
- By 1961, Anita O'Day had established herself as a prominent jazz vocalist through her earlier works. Released after her notable album 'Anita O'Day Sings the Winners' (1959), 'Waiter, Make Mine Blues' showcases her continued evolution as an artist, blending traditional jazz with contemporary influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dave Brubeck· Bing Crosby· Aretha Franklin· Ella Fitzgerald· Chet Atkins· Dean Martin· Ray Charles· Andy Williams
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 That Old Feeling 2:28
- 2 Angel Eyes Standout 3:39
- 3 The Thrill Is Gone Standout 2:14
- 4 Detour Ahead 4:24
- 5 Yesterdays 5:11
- 6 Waiter, Make Mine Blues Standout 3:21
- 7 Whatever Happened to You? 4:41
- 8 When Sunny Gets Blue 3:04
- 9 Stella by Starlight 2:49
- 10 Mad About the Boy 3:27
- 11 A Blues Serenade 2:55
- 12 Good-Bye 3:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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