"Lady Jazz" by Beverly Kenney is a captivating journey through the golden era of vocal jazz, released posthumously in 2017 by A-Jazz Records. This album is a testament to Kenney's enduring talent and her significant contribution to the jazz vocal scene. Born in 1932, Kenney's career was tragically cut short, but her music continues to resonate with audiences worldwide.
Spanning a generous 2 hours and 6 minutes, "Lady Jazz" features 64 tracks that showcase Kenney's velvety vocals and her ability to infuse each song with warmth and depth. The album is a delightful mix of classic standards and lesser-known gems, including "Scarlet Ribbons," "Try a Little Tenderness," and "Makin' Whoopee." Kenney's interpretations of these songs are both timeless and fresh, highlighting her unique phrasing and emotional resonance.
The album's production quality is impeccable, with each track meticulously remastered to bring out the best in Kenney's voice. Whether you're a longtime fan of vocal jazz or a newcomer to the genre, "Lady Jazz" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. It's a collection that celebrates the artistry of Beverly Kenney and her enduring legacy in the world of jazz.
2017 A-Jazz Records2017 A-Jazz Records
Tracks
The Charm of YouBeverly Kenney
Scarlet RibbonsBeverly Kenney
This Can't Be LoveBeverly Kenney
Born to Be BlueBeverly Kenney
Try a Little TendernessBeverly Kenney
Isn't It a Lovely DayBeverly Kenney
A Fine RomanceBeverly Kenney
More Than You KnowBeverly Kenney
Happiness Is a Thing Called JoeBeverly Kenney
It's a Blue WorldBeverly Kenney
It Only Happens When I Dance with YouBeverly Kenney
Surrey with the Fringe on TopBeverly Kenney
Old Buttermilk SkyBeverly Kenney
Do It AgainBeverly Kenney
It's a Most Unusual DayBeverly Kenney
My Kind of LoveBeverly Kenney
Makin' WhoopeeBeverly Kenney
The Trolley SongBeverly Kenney
TampicoBeverly Kenney
Somewhere Along the WayBeverly Kenney
There Will Never Be Another YouBeverly Kenney
Life Can Be BeautifulBeverly Kenney
The More I See YouBeverly Kenney
Beyond the Next HillBeverly Kenney
This Little Town Is ParisBeverly Kenney
UndecidedBeverly Kenney
The Dispy DoodleBeverly Kenney
Go Away My Love!Beverly Kenney
Tis' AutumnBeverly Kenney
Ball & Chain (Sweet Lorraine)Beverly Kenney
It's MagicBeverly Kenney
Almost Like Being in LoveBeverly Kenney
A Lover Like YouBeverly Kenney
AgainBeverly Kenney
VanityBeverly Kenney
Give Me the Simple LifeBeverly Kenney
Swinging on a StarBeverly Kenney
Moe's Blues (I Like the Blues)Beverly Kenney
Any Old TimeBeverly Kenney
What a Difference a Day MadeBeverly Kenney
If I Were a BellBeverly Kenney
Destination MoonBeverly Kenney
I'll Know My Love (Greensleeves)Beverly Kenney
Mama, Do I Gotta?Beverly Kenney
Looking for a BoyBeverly Kenney
I Had the Craziest DreamBeverly Kenney
Nobody Else but MeBeverly Kenney
And the Angels SingBeverly Kenney
Isn't It a PityBeverly Kenney
I Guess I'll Hang My Tears out to DryBeverly Kenney