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Billie Holiday - Billie's Best (2 LP)

Name: Billie Holiday - Billie's Best (2 LP)
Brand: Billie Holiday
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Rating: 4 (2 reviews)

Billie Holiday

LP
2 piece(s)
1992
16 tracks
1 uur
jazz

Billie's Best

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Product Description

"Billie's Best" is a captivating compilation of Billie Holiday's timeless performances, released on Verve Reissues in 1992. This album is a treasure trove of jazz classics, spanning a little over an hour, and showcases the incredible range and depth of Billie Holiday's vocal prowess. The tracklist is a who's who of jazz standards, including "What A Little Moonlight Can Do," "A Foggy Day," and "Come Rain Or Come Shine," each song a testament to Holiday's ability to infuse every note with raw emotion and soulful expression. The album seamlessly blends genres, from vocal jazz to big band and jazz blues, offering a rich and diverse listening experience. Whether you're a longtime fan of Billie Holiday or a newcomer to her music, "Billie's Best" is a must-listen, highlighting the enduring legacy of one of jazz's most iconic voices.

This 2LP set is pressed on Clear vinyl.

Tracks

What A Little Moonlight Can DoBillie Holiday
3:12
A Foggy DayBillie Holiday
4:42
Come Rain Or Come ShineBillie Holiday
4:25
Comes LoveBillie Holiday
4:02
He's Funny That WayBillie Holiday
3:14
Stars Fell On AlabamaBillie Holiday
4:31
Gone With The WindBillie Holiday
3:25
They Can't Take That Away From MeBillie Holiday
4:12
East Of The Sun (West Of The Moon)Billie Holiday
2:56
Everything I Have Is YoursBillie Holiday
3:47
Stormy BluesBillie Holiday
3:29
Speak LowBillie Holiday
4:28
April In ParisBillie Holiday
3:05
I've Got My Love To Keep Me WarmBillie Holiday
3:58
Some Other SpringBillie Holiday
3:38
All The WayBillie Holiday, Ray Ellis And His Orchestra
3:23

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Billie's Best
Artist: Billie Holiday
LP release year: 2017
Album release date: 22 sep 1992
Label: Doxy
EAN: 889397040079
Available: No

Product information

Format: LP
Quantity: 2 piece(s)
Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur
Tracks: 16 tracks
Colour: Clear

EAN

EAN: 889397040079

Other

Limited Edition: No
Country: Europe
Genre: Jazz
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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Billie Holiday's Timeless Torch Songs
4 out of 5 stars
joytiretmeun25 September 2025United States🇺🇸
This album is essentially the finest work from Billie Holiday - The Complete Billie Holiday On Verve 1945-1959. Although the mastering on this CD might not satisfy all audiophiles, it stands out for its capacity to create a timeless torch-song atmosphere. Having said that, Holiday's time with Verve (1952-57) came towards the end of her recording career, which spanned over two and a half decades. Those seeking a well-rounded collection of her work might find Billie Holiday - Ken Burns Jazz more suitable.
Billie Holiday's Timeless Verve Collection
4 out of 5 stars
jammafohveah11 June 2025United States🇺🇸
In my opinion, this album is essentially the finest collection of Billie Holiday's work - The Complete Billie Holiday On Verve 1945-1959. Although the mastering on this CD might not satisfy every audiophile, it's still worth having for its skill in creating a timeless torch-song atmosphere. Having said that, Holiday's time with Verve (1952-57) was towards the end of her recording career, which spanned over two and a half decades. If you're after a well-rounded overview of her career, you might want to check out Billie Holiday - Ken Burns Jazz instead.