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Remixed & Reimagined

Billie Holiday

2007
14 tracks
1 uur, 7 min
jazz

Album Description

Billie Holiday's 'Remixed & Reimagined' is a captivating collection of reworked classics, breathing new life into the legendary vocalist's timeless jazz legacy. Released on 1 January 2007 via Columbia/Legacy, this 1 hour and 7 minute album is a masterful blend of Billie Holiday's iconic vocals with modern production techniques, resulting in a unique sound that pays homage to her roots while appealing to a new generation of music enthusiasts.

Featuring 14 meticulously remixed tracks, including 'I Hear Music', 'More Than You Know', and 'Summertime', this album showcases Billie Holiday's incredible vocal range and emotional depth. From the upbeat 'Spreadin' Rhythm Around' to the soulful 'Billie's Blues', each track has been carefully reimagined by a range of talented producers, including Swingsett & Takuya, Jazzeem, and Tony Humphries, among others.

With its diverse range of genres, spanning jazz, vocal jazz, jazz blues, and big band, 'Remixed & Reimagined' is an album that will appeal to fans of Billie Holiday's original work, as well as those who appreciate innovative production and remixing techniques. Billie Holiday's distinctive voice and style remain at the forefront of each track, ensuring that her legacy shines through while introducing her music to a fresh audience.

January 1, 2007(P) 2007 SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT

Tracks

I Hear Music - Swingsett & Takuya's Mighty Fine RemixBillie Holiday, Takuya Nakamura, DJ Swingsett
5:10
More Than You Know - Jazzeem's Throwback RemixBillie Holiday, Jazzy Nice, Azeem
5:11
Spreadin' Rhythm Around - Lady Bug vs. Lady Day RR RemixBillie Holiday, Roland Richards
4:00
Long Gone Blues - GXR RemixBillie Holiday, Simon Cooper, Phil Webb
5:03
Trav'lin' All Alone - Nickodemus & Zeb RemixBillie Holiday, Zeb, Nickodemus
3:48
He Ain't Got Rhythm - Poppyseed RemixBillie Holiday, Poppy Seed
4:16
Summertime - Organica RemixBillie Holiday, Scott Schlacter
4:28
I'm Gonna Lock My Heart (And Throw Away the Key) - Madison Park RemixBillie Holiday, Madison Park
4:35
Glad To Be Unhappy - DJ Logic RemixBillie Holiday
4:26
Billie's Blues - Daniel Y RemixBillie Holiday, Daniel Yaghoubi
3:11
You're so Desirable - Sunday People RemixBillie Holiday, Hasan Nasser, Sultan Nasser
5:31
Pennies from Heaven - Count De Money RemixBillie Holiday, Count De Money
3:47
But Beautiful - Tony Humphries THP RemixBillie Holiday
8:41
All Of Me - Charles Feelgood RemixBillie Holiday, Charles Feelgood
4:48

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About Billie Holiday

Billie Holiday, born Eleanora Fagan, was a pioneering American jazz and swing singer whose distinctive voice and innovative vocal style left an indelible mark on music history. Nicknamed "Lady Day" by her friend and musical partner, Lester Young, Holiday's career spanned several decades, during which she redefined vocal jazz with her unique phrasing and improvisational skills. Her powerful performances and emotional depth made her a beloved figure in the jazz world and beyond. Beyond her musical prowess, Holiday was also known for her activism, using her platform to challenge societal norms and advocate for justice. Her legacy endures through her timeless songs and her courageous spirit, making her one of the most influential and iconic figures in American music.

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