Whisper Not
Ella Fitzgerald · 1966
40 min · 12 tracks · jazz · soul · swing
A lush tapestry of jazz standards woven with Fitzgerald's velvety vocals and emotive phrasing.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its critical acclaim and showcases Fitzgerald's ability to breathe new life into well-known songs. It affirms her status as a leading voice in jazz, continuing to influence artists long after its release, particularly within the realms of vocal jazz and traditional pop.
- Best for
- velvety vocals for cozy evenings steady pacing for relaxed listening playful moments with nostalgic charm
- Context
- Released in 1966, 'Whisper Not' arrived during Ella Fitzgerald's later career, a period marked by her mastery of the jazz genre. Following her commercial peak in the 1950s, this album showcased her continued relevance and vocal prowess as she interpreted classic songs with fresh emotional depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dave Brubeck· Miles Davis· John Coltrane· Thelonious Monk· Chet Atkins· Herbie Hancock· Charles Mingus· Aretha Franklin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sweet Georgia Brown 3:35
- 2 Whisper Not Standout 3:04
- 3 I Said No 4:04
- 4 Thanks for the Memory 4:05
- 5 Spring Can Really Hang You Up the Most 3:51
- 6 Old MacDonald Had a Farm 2:19
- 7 Time After Time Standout 3:31
- 8 You’ve Changed 3:19
- 9 I’ve Got Your Number 3:16
- 10 Lover Man (Oh Where Can You Be?) 4:24
- 11 Wives and Lovers 2:24
- 12 Matchmaker 2:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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