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Billie Holiday - The Billie Holiday Songbook (LP)

Name: Billie Holiday - The Billie Holiday Songbook (LP)
Brand: Billie Holiday
SKU: 17rGvYX3VVqI0kHUjZKtQx
Rating: 4 (2 reviews)

Billie Holiday

LP
1 piece(s)
1985
14 tracks
45 min
jazz

The Billie Holiday Songbook

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Product Description

Dive into the timeless elegance of Billie Holiday's vocal prowess with "The Billie Holiday Songbook." Released on January 1, 1985, by Verve Reissues, this album is a captivating collection of jazz classics that showcase Holiday's unique ability to infuse each note with raw emotion and soulful depth. Spanning a mere 45 minutes, the album is a concise yet powerful journey through the genres of jazz, vocal jazz, jazz blues, and big band, highlighting Holiday's versatility and enduring influence.

The tracklist is a treasure trove of iconic songs, including "Good Morning Heartache," "Lady Sings The Blues," and the haunting "Strange Fruit." Each track is a testament to Holiday's unparalleled artistry, with her voice weaving tales of love, loss, and resilience. The live recording of "Lover Man (Oh, Where Can You Be?)", captured at the Seven Ages Of Jazz Festival in 1958, adds a dynamic layer to the album, offering a glimpse into Holiday's electrifying stage presence.

From the sultry blues of "Billie's Blues" to the tender balladry of "Fine And Mellow," this album is a celebration of Billie Holiday's legendary career. It's a must-listen for both longtime fans and newcomers to her music, offering a rich tapestry of sounds that define the golden age of jazz.

This is a 1987 Reissue Remastered released as a LP.

Tracks

Good Morning HeartacheBillie Holiday
3:30
My ManBillie Holiday
2:38
Billie's BluesBillie Holiday
3:28
What A Little Moonlight Can DoBillie Holiday
3:13
Don't ExplainBillie Holiday
2:38
Lady Sings The BluesBillie Holiday
3:47
Lover Man (Oh, Where Can You Be?) - Live From Seven Ages Of Jazz Festival /1958Billie Holiday
2:59
God Bless The ChildBillie Holiday
4:00
Fine And MellowBillie Holiday
3:28
I Cried For YouBillie Holiday
2:29
Strange FruitBillie Holiday
3:05
Stormy BluesBillie Holiday
3:26
Trav'lin' LightBillie Holiday
3:09
I Cover The WaterfrontBillie Holiday
3:47

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Product specifications

Details

Album: The Billie Holiday Songbook
Artist: Billie Holiday
LP release year: 1987
Album release date: 1 jan 1985
Label: Verve Records
EAN: 00602567829300
Available: No

Product information

Format: LP
Quantity: 1 piece(s)
Type: Reissue
Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 45 min
Tracks: 14 tracks

EAN

EAN: 00602567829300

Other

Limited Edition: No
Country: Brazil
Genre: Jazz
Box set: No
Remastered: Yes
Reissue: Yes

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Billie's Essential Jazz Compilation
4 out of 5 stars
hoapvgixtkur2030 May 2024United States🇺🇸
Features Verve tracks from '52 to '58. This album includes a few numbers from her 1956 set “Lady Sings The Blues.” Billie's voice sounds more delicate, much like her later works, but the feeling and substance are still there, perhaps even more so. A must-have for any Billie Holiday enthusiast's assortment. All the tunes were staples in Lady's songbook and well-known by her fans, making it an ideal compilation for jazz lovers who appreciate Billie (as all jazz fans do) but don't specifically collect her.
Billie Holiday's Timeless Standards
4 out of 5 stars
neadshelqrum8623 May 2024United States🇺🇸
Verve tracks spanning from 1952 to 1958. This album features a number of songs from the 1956 release “Lady Sings The Blues.” Billie's vocals are more delicate, similar to her later works, yet the feeling and depth are as present as ever, perhaps even more so. A must-have for any Billie Holiday enthusiast's collection. All the songs are well-known standards in Lady's catalog and beloved by her fans, making this the ideal compilation for jazz lovers who appreciate Billie (as all jazz fans do) but don't specifically collect her.