Light Out Of Darkness: A Tribute To Ray Charles

For this change of pace, singer/pianist Shirley Horn performs 15 songs associated with Ray Charles. Of course, Horn sounds nothing like Charles, but she sometimes captures his spirit on such songs as "Hit the road, Jack", "You don't Know Me" (which finds her switching to organ), "Makin' Whoopee" and "How Long Has This Been Going On". Joined by her regular trio (with bassist Charles Ables and drummer Steve Williams), some of the songs have Ables switching effectivelly to guitar, while Tyler Mitchell fills in on bass. Altoist Gary Barts guests on five of the dozen selections. While emphasizing ballads, as one always expects, this is a fun set that includes more medium-tempo tunes than usual for a Shirley Horn set.

~ Scott Yanow, AllMusic Guide.

Artist: Shirley Horn

Album: Light Out Of Darkness: A Tribute To Ray Charles

Year: 1993

Label: Verve

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I couldn't find a review for this album on line and I am terrible at writing reviews about anything unless it's something I dislike. This is just one of those albums that brings back some good childhood memories.:o)

PS. If anyone has any information about the personnel on this album I will greatly appreciate their help.

Artist: Christophe
Album: Aline
Year: 1965
Label: (P) 1965 Disc AZ
(C) 1979 Disques Motors
Distribution: Sony Music France

Track List:

1. Aline
   
2. Je T'ai Retrouvee
   
3. Excusez-Moi Monsieur Le Professeur
   
4. Je Suis Parti
   
5. La Fille Aux Yeux Bleus
   
6. J'ai Eu Tort
   
7. Les Marionnetes
   
8. Je Vous Salue Madame
   
9. Cette Vie-La
   
10. Noel
    
11. Je Ne T'aime Plus
    

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Tete Montoliu Presenta Elia Fleta

...yes, I know she has a "funny" accent but I like it. Plus, Tete Montoliu is an excellent pianist. So there! :P

Artist: Elia Fleta
Album: Tete Montoliu Presenta Elia Fleta
Year: January 1966
Label: Fresh Sound Records

Personnel:

Elia Fleta: Vocals
Tete Montoliu: Piano
Erik Peter: Bass
Peer Wyboris: Drums

Track List:

1. Lush Life (B. Strayhorn)
   
2. This Can't Be Love (Rodgers / Hart)
   
3. Satin Doll (D. Ellington)
   
4. Honeysuckle Rose (F. Waller)
   
5. My Romance (Rodgers / Hart)
   
6. I Fall In Love Too Easily (Cahn / Styne)
   
7. Love For Sale (C. Porter)
   
8. Cor Inquiet (My Foolish Heart) [V Young (Adap. J. Espinas)]
   
9. Les Fulles Mortes (Les Feuilles Mortes) [Prevert / Kosma (Adap. J.M. Espinas)]
   

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Alive!

Recorded live at The Village Gate, New York, in December 1965. The style sounds a bit older to me but that's not a bad thing. McRae's voice seems to be in excellent shape. :o)

Artist: Carmen McRae
Album: Alive!
Year: December 1965
Label: Sony

Personnel:

Carmen McRae: Voice
Norman Simmons: Piano
Frank Severino: Drums
Ray Beckenstein: Flute
Joe Puma: Guitar
Paul Breslin: Bass
Jose Mangual: Bongos

Track List:

1. Sometimes I'm Happy
   
2. Don't Explain
   
3. Woman Talk
   
4. Kick Off Your Shoes
   
5. The Shadow Off Your Smile
   
6. Sweetest Sound
   
7. Where Would You Be Without Me
   
8. Feeling Good
   
9. Run Run Run
   
10. No More
    
11. Look At That Face
    
12. I Wish I Were In Love Again
    
13. You better Go Now
    
14. Love for Sale
    
15. If I could be With You (One Hour Tonight)
    
16. Miss Brown To You
    
17. Perdido
    
18. Too Close For Comfort
    
19. Midnight Sun
    
20. Traveling Light
    
21. Love Is Here to Stay
    

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The Late, Late Show

Artist: Dakota Staton
Album: The Late, Late Show
Year: 1957
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Track List:

1. Broadway
   
2. Trust In Me
   
3. Summertime
   
4. Misty
   
5. A Foggy Day
   
6. What Do You See In Her?
   
7. The Late, Late Show
   
8. My Funny Valentine
   
9. Give Me The Simple Life
   
10. You Showed Me The Way
    
11. Moonray
    
12. Ain't No Use
    

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Mi Gran Amor le Di

Artist: José Alberto 'El Canario'
Track: Mi Gran Amor le Di (And I Love Her)
Year: 1996 perhaps

Description: A lovely interpretation of And I Love Her from the Album Tropical Tribute To The Beatles. You can find the entire Album in 320 quality right here ---> Tropical Tribute To The Beatles

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Je T'attends

Artist: Charles Aznavour
Track: Je T'attends
Year: 1963 most probably

Description: One of my favourites from this great singer. You can find many more in ---> La Mamma

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To Build A Home

Artist: The Cinematic Orchestra featuring Patrick Watson
Track: To Build A Home
Year: 7 May 2007

Description: Taken from the Album named Ma Fleur. If you want the entire album you can find it here ---> Ma Fleur

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Hope

Artist:  Nitin Sawhney featuring Natacha Atlas
Track:  Hope
Year:  1995

Description:  A beautiful result coming from an interesting collaboration, in my humble opinion. This is taken from Nitin Sawhney's Album named Migration

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The Main Ingredient

Artist: Shirley Horn
Album: The Main Ingredient
Year: February 2, 1996
Description: This Shirley Horn CD is a little unusual, as it was recorded at her home. The four sessions utilized some of her favorite musicians, including bassists Steve Novosel and Charles Ables; drummers Steve Williams, Elvin Jones, and Billy Hart; trumpeter Roy Hargrove (on "The Meaning of the Blues") and Joe Henderson; and Buck Hill on tenors. As usual, virtually all of the songs are taken at slow tempos, with "All or Nothing at All" given a definitive treatment. Other highlights include "The Look of Love," "Fever," and Henderson's playing on "You Go to My Head."~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide

Track List:

1. Nuit Sur Les Champs - Elysees (Take 1)
   
2. Blues For Sarge
   
3. The Look Of Love
   
4. Keepin' Out Of The Mischief Now
   
5. The Meaning Of The Blues
   
6. Here's Looking At You
   
7. You Go To My Head
   
8. Fever
   
9. Come In From The Rain
   
10. Peel Me A Grape
    
11. All Or Nothing At All
    

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How Long Has This Been Going On?

The great Sarah Vaughan in a typically spontaneous Norman Granz Pablo production with pianist Oscar Peterson, guitarist Joe Pass, bassist Ray Brown, and drummer Louie Bellson. Sassy sounds wonderful stretching out on such songs as "Midnight Sun," "More Than You Know," "Teach Me Tonight," and "Body and Soul," among others. All ten of the melodies are veteran standards that she knew backwards but still greeted with enthusiasm. A very good example of late-period Sarah Vaughan. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide

Artist: Sarah Vaughan
Album: How long has this been going on?
Year: April 25, 1978
Label: Pablo

Personnel:

Sarah Vaughan: Vocals
Oscar Peterson: Piano
Joe Pass: Guitar
Ray Brown: Bass
Louie Bellson: Drums

Track List:

1. I've Got The World On A String
   
2. Midnight Sun
   
3. How Long Has This Been Going On
   
4. You're Blase
   
5. Easy Living
   
6. More Than You Know
   
7. My Old Flame
   
8. Teach Me Tonight
   
9. Body And Soul
   
10. When Your Lover Has Gone
    

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