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The Complete Commodore/Decca Masters

Billie Holiday

2009
52 tracks
2 uur, 35 min
jazz

Album Description

Billie Holiday's 'The Complete Commodore/Decca Masters' is a sublime collection of jazz and vocal jazz masterpieces, showcasing the legendary artist's unparalleled talent and emotional depth. Released on 6 November 2009 via Verve Reissues, this comprehensive compilation spans 2 hours and 35 minutes, featuring a treasure trove of 43 tracks that highlight Holiday's remarkable range and expressive delivery.

From the hauntingly beautiful 'Strange Fruit' to the soulful 'Fine And Mellow', and the poignant 'I Gotta Right To Sing The Blues', Billie Holiday's distinctive voice weaves a spellbinding narrative that transports listeners to a bygone era of jazz and blues. The album's extensive tracklist also includes lesser-known gems, such as 'Baby, I Don't Cry Over You' and 'You Better Go Now', demonstrating Holiday's remarkable ability to interpret and reimagine a wide range of material.

With its rich blend of jazz, vocal jazz, jazz blues, and big band influences, 'The Complete Commodore/Decca Masters' is a testament to Billie Holiday's enduring legacy as one of the most influential and beloved jazz singers of all time. This exquisite collection is a must-have for fans of the genre, offering a unique opportunity to experience the full breadth of Holiday's artistry and explore the timeless magic of her music.

Tracks

Strange FruitBillie Holiday
3:12
YesterdaysBillie Holiday
3:24
Fine And MellowBillie Holiday
3:16
I Gotta Right To Sing The Blues - Take 2Billie Holiday
2:49
How Am I To Know?Billie Holiday
2:43
My Old FlameBillie Holiday
3:01
I'll Get By (As Long As I Have You)Billie Holiday
2:58
I Cover The WaterfrontBillie Holiday
3:29
I'll Be Seeing YouBillie Holiday
3:30
I'm YoursBillie Holiday
3:16
Embraceable YouBillie Holiday
3:15
As Time Goes ByBillie Holiday
3:10
He's Funny That Way - 1944 VersionBillie Holiday
3:15
Lover, Come Back To MeBillie Holiday
3:19
Billie's BluesBillie Holiday
3:07
On The Sunny Side Of The StreetBillie Holiday
3:01
Lover Man - Single VersionBillie Holiday
3:15
No More - Single VersionBillie Holiday
2:45
That Ole Devil Called Love - Single VersionBillie Holiday
2:52
Don't Explain - Single VersionBillie Holiday
3:20
You Better Go Now - Single VersionBillie Holiday
2:29
What Is This Thing Called Love - Single VersionBillie Holiday
3:09
Good Morning HeartacheBillie Holiday
3:05
No Good Man - Single VersionBillie Holiday
3:04
Big Stuff - Prologue / From "Fancy Free"Billie Holiday
2:29
Baby, I Don't Cry Over YouBillie Holiday
3:09
I'll Look Around - EditBillie Holiday
3:12
The Blues Are Brewin' - Single VersionBillie Holiday, John Simmons & His Orchestra
3:02
GuiltyBillie Holiday, John Simmons & His Orchestra
3:11
Deep Song - Single VersionBillie Holiday
3:10
There Is No Greater Love - Single VersionBillie Holiday
2:56
Easy Living - Single VersionBillie Holiday
3:10
Solitude - Single VersionBillie Holiday
3:07
Weep No More - Single VersionBillie Holiday, The Stardusters
3:19
Girls Were Made To Take Care Of Boys - Single VersionBillie Holiday, The Stardusters
3:11
Porgy - Single VersionBillie Holiday
2:54
My Man - Single VersionBillie Holiday
2:55
Ain't Nobody's Business If I Do - Single VersionBillie Holiday
3:19
Baby Get Lost - Single VersionBillie Holiday, Buster Harding & His Orchestra
3:13
Keeps On A Rainin' - Single VersionBillie Holiday, Sy Oliver & His Orchestra
3:14
Them There Eyes - Single VersionBillie Holiday
2:49
Do Your Duty - Single VersionBillie Holiday, Sy Oliver & His Orchestra
3:14
Gimme A Pigfoot And A Bottle Of Beer - Single VersionBillie Holiday, Sy Oliver & His Orchestra
2:43
You Can't Lose A Broken Heart - Single VersionLouis Armstrong, Billie Holiday, Sy Oliver & His Orchestra
3:13
My Sweet Hunk O' Trash - Single VersionLouis Armstrong, Billie Holiday, Sy Oliver & His Orchestra
3:18
Now Or Never - Single VersionBillie Holiday, Sy Oliver & His Orchestra
3:15
You're My Thrill - Single VersionBillie Holiday
3:22
Crazy He Calls Me - Single VersionBillie Holiday
3:02
Please Tell Me Now - Single VersionBillie Holiday
3:12
Somebody's On My Mind - Single VersionBillie Holiday, Gordon Jenkins And Orchestra
2:55

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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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