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Her Most Famous Recordings
- 2024
- 22 tracks
- 1 uur, 16 min
- jazz
Album Description
Billie Holiday's 'Her Most Famous Recordings' is a sublime collection of timeless jazz classics, meticulously remastered in stereo for 2024. This exquisite album, released on 14 October 2024 via Mouton Recordings, showcases the legendary vocalist's unparalleled talent, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Featuring an array of iconic tracks, including 'I'll Be Seeing You', 'Strange Fruit', and 'God Bless The Child', this compilation is a masterclass in vocal jazz, jazz blues, and big band genres. Billie Holiday's distinctive, emotive voice weaves a spellbinding narrative throughout the album, as she effortlessly navigates the nuances of 'Blue Moon', 'Easy Living', and 'Stormy Weather'.
With a total of 20 tracks, 'Her Most Famous Recordings' is a comprehensive tribute to Billie Holiday's remarkable legacy. Each song has been meticulously remastered to highlight the singer's expressive delivery, accompanied by elegant instrumentation that perfectly complements her unique tone. From the melancholic 'As Time Goes By' to the uplifting 'On The Sunny Side Of The Street', Billie Holiday's remarkable range and control are on full display.
This essential album is a must-have for fans of Billie Holiday and jazz aficionados alike, offering a poignant glimpse into the life and work of a true musical icon. With its flawless remastering and carefully curated selection of tracks, 'Her Most Famous Recordings' is an unforgettable listening experience that will leave a lasting impression on all who indulge in its beauty.
Tracks
- I'll Be Seeing You - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- Soilitude - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- All Of Me - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- Blue Moon - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- April In Paris - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- Easy Living - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- As Time Goes By - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- You Go To My Head - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- Strange Fruit - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- On The Sunny Side Of The Street - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- Stormy Weather - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- Come Rain Or Come Shine - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- Too Marvellous For Words - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- Autumn In New York - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- God Bless The Child - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- I'll Look Around - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- Body And Soul - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- Lover Man - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- That Ole Devil Called Love - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- Crazy He Calls Me - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- I've Got My Love To Keep You Warm - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
- I'm A Fool To Want You (Take 3) - New Stereo Remaster 2024Billie Holiday
About Billie Holiday
Billie Holiday, born Eleanora Fagan, was a pioneering American jazz and swing singer, renowned for her distinctive vocal style and profound emotional depth. Nicknamed "Lady Day" by her friend and musical partner Lester Young, Holiday's unique approach to phrasing and tempo, heavily influenced by jazz instrumentalists, revolutionized pop singing. Her powerful and moving performances, often laced with personal struggle and resilience, have left an indelible mark on the music world. Holiday's life was marked by hardship, including a troubled childhood and battles with substance abuse, yet her spirit and talent shone through in her iconic songs like "Strange Fruit" and "God Bless the Child." Her legacy as one of the greatest jazz vocalists of all time continues to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.
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