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On Riverside: Chet Baker

Chet Baker

2023
15 tracks
1 uur, 22 min
jazz

Album Description

Chet Baker's 'On Riverside: Chet Baker' is a sublime collection of jazz masterpieces, showcasing the legendary trumpeter and vocalist's unique talent. Released on 4 December 2023 via UME - Global Clearing House, this album is a treasure trove of cool jazz and vocal jazz gems, spanning 1 hour and 22 minutes of pure musical bliss.

Featuring a stellar tracklist, including 'When Lights Are Low', 'Alone Together', and 'It Could Happen To You', Chet Baker's soulful voice and impeccable trumpet playing weave a sophisticated narrative that will captivate jazz enthusiasts and newcomers alike. With timeless classics like 'Polka Dots And Moonbeams', 'Old Devil Moon', and 'Everything Happens To Me', this album is a testament to Chet Baker's enduring legacy in the world of jazz.

From the upbeat rhythms of 'How High The Moon' to the poignant introspection of 'If You Could See Me Now', Chet Baker's 'On Riverside: Chet Baker' is a masterclass in emotional depth and musical expression. With additional highlights like 'Solar', 'I'm Old Fashioned', and 'Almost Like Being In Love', this album is an essential addition to any jazz collection, offering a poignant glimpse into the artistry of a true jazz icon.

Tracks

When Lights Are LowChet Baker
6:48
Alone TogetherChet Baker
6:52
It Could Happen To YouChet Baker
2:50
Fair WeatherChet Baker
6:57
Polka Dots And MoonbeamsChet Baker
7:57
Old Devil MoonChet Baker
2:56
Everything Happens To MeChet Baker
5:03
How High The MoonChet Baker
3:35
If You Could See Me NowChet Baker
5:16
SolarChet Baker
5:51
I'm Old FashionedChet Baker
5:04
Almost Like Being In LoveChet Baker
4:53
I've Grown Accustomed To Your FaceChet Baker
4:15
Hotel 49Chet Baker
9:47
It Never Entered My MindChet Baker
4:40

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About Chet Baker

Chet Baker, born Chesney Henry Baker Jr., was an iconic American jazz trumpeter and vocalist, renowned for his significant contributions to the cool jazz genre. Nicknamed the "Prince of Cool," Baker's distinctive, fragile tone on both his trumpet and vocals captivated audiences and critics alike. His most prolific period was during the 1950s, with his quartet releasing highly popular albums between 1953 and 1956. Baker's innovative style and charismatic persona earned him top spots in reader polls at prestigious magazines like Metronome and DownBeat, even outshining the legendary Miles Davis. Despite his personal struggles, Baker's legacy endures, celebrated for his unique sound and enduring influence on jazz music.

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