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City Nights

Chet Baker

2024
60 tracks
2 uur, 18 min
jazz

Album Description

Chet Baker's 'City Nights' is a sublime collection of jazz masterpieces, showcasing the legendary artist's distinctive vocal style and trumpet playing. Released on 20 December 2024 via UME - Global Clearing House, this extensive album spans 2 hours and 18 minutes, featuring a treasure trove of 44 tracks that embody the essence of cool jazz and vocal jazz.

With a mix of remastered classics and alternate takes, 'City Nights' presents a fascinating glimpse into Chet Baker's illustrious career. From timeless renditions of 'My Funny Valentine' and 'There Is No Greater Love' to captivating performances of 'Let Me Be Loved' and 'Time After Time', this album is a testament to Baker's ability to breathe new life into beloved standards.

The tracklist is a veritable who's who of jazz greats, with compositions by esteemed writers and a range of moods to suit every taste. Whether it's the melancholic introspection of 'The Night We Called It A Day' or the upbeat charm of 'Come Rain Or Come Shine', Chet Baker's interpretations are infused with his signature laid-back elegance.

Throughout 'City Nights', Baker's vocal delivery is characteristically understated yet expressive, conveying a depth of emotion that draws the listener in. His trumpet playing, meanwhile, is a masterclass in subtlety and nuance, adding a rich texture to the album's soundscapes.

With its generous helping of jazz gems, 'City Nights' is an absolute must-have for fans of Chet Baker and the genre as a whole. This comprehensive collection is a powerful reminder of the artist's enduring legacy and his status as one of the most revered figures in jazz history.

Tracks

Bockhanal - Alternate Take / Remastered 2004Chet Baker
2:35
My Funny ValentineMatt Maltese
3:00
The Night We Called It A DayChet Baker
2:24
There Is No Greater LoveChet Baker
2:33
The Half Dozens - Remaster/2004Chet Baker
2:23
Jeru - Remastered 1998Chet Baker, Gerry Mulligan Quartet
2:30
Utter Chaos #2 - Remastered 1998Chet Baker, Gerry Mulligan Quartet
0:32
Little Old Lady - Alternate Take / Remastered 2004Chet Baker
2:01
Embraceable You - Remastered 2004Chet Baker
2:07
Let Me Be Loved - Remastered 2000 / Vocal VersionChet Baker, Bud Shank
2:15
Come Rain Or Come Shine - Remastered 2004Chet Baker
2:08
Sweet Sue, Just YouChet Baker
2:18
Like Someone In Love - Vocal VersionChet Baker
2:26
Daybreak - Vocal / Remastered 2004Chet Baker
2:41
ForgetfulChet Baker
2:36
Just Friends - Remastered 2004Chet Baker
2:43
Look For The Silver Lining - Vocal VersionChet Baker
2:40
The Touch Of Your LipsChet Baker
2:40
Time After Time - Remastered 2004Chet Baker
2:46
Happy Little Sunbeam - Remastered 2004Chet Baker, Art Pepper, Russ Freeman, Stan Getz
2:43
How Long Has This Been Going On - Remastered 2004Chet Baker
2:48
Tea For Two - Remastered 1998Gerry Mulligan, Chet Baker
2:49
The Thrill Is Gone - Vocal VersionChet Baker
2:49
Love Me Or Leave Me - Alternate Take / Remastered 1998Chet Baker, Gerry Mulligan Quartet
2:49
Line For LyonsChet Baker
2:48
While My Lady SleepsChet Baker
2:50
A Dandy Line - Remastered 2004Chet Baker
2:51
The Nearness Of You - Remastered 1998Gerry Mulligan, Chet Baker
2:53
Jimmy's Theme - Remastered 2000Chet Baker, Bud Shank
2:52
Moonlight Becomes You - Alternate Take / Remastered 2004Chet Baker
2:55
All The Things You Are - Remastered 2004Chet Baker, Stan Getz, Art Pepper, Russ Freeman
2:56
There's A Lull In My LifeChet Baker
2:55
Let's Get Lost - Alternate Take / Remastered 2004Chet Baker
2:57
Swinghouse - 12" LP Take / Remastered 1998Chet Baker, Gerry Mulligan Quartet
2:57
A Taste Of HoneyChet Baker
2:59
No Ties - 12" LP TakeChet Baker, Russ Freeman
2:57
Baby BreezeChet Baker
3:07
DinahChet Baker
3:11
Headline - Remastered 2004Chet Baker
3:11
Trav'lin' LightChet Baker
3:12
On Green Dolphin StreetChet Baker
3:10
There Will Never Be Another You - Remastered 2004Chet Baker
3:01
Someone To Watch Over Me - Remastered 2004Chet Baker
3:01
That Old Feeling - Remastered 2004Chet Baker
3:01
I Get Along Without You Very Well (Except Sometimes) - Remastered 2004Chet Baker
2:59
I'm Glad There Is YouChet Baker
3:14
I Remember You - Remastered 2004Chet Baker
3:15
This Is Always - Remastered 2004Chet Baker
3:06
I Wish You LoveChet Baker
3:12
But Not For Me - Remastered 2004Chet Baker
3:04

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About Chet Baker

Chet Baker, born Chesney Henry Baker Jr., was an iconic American jazz trumpeter and vocalist renowned for his significant contributions to cool jazz. Nicknamed the "Prince of Cool," Baker's smooth and mellow style captivated audiences worldwide. His career was marked by both musical brilliance and personal struggles, including a long battle with drug addiction. Despite these challenges, Baker's legacy endures through his timeless recordings, such as "Chet Baker in Paris" and "My Funny Valentine," which showcase his unique talent as both a trumpeter and a vocalist. Baker's ability to evoke deep emotion through his music makes him a beloved figure in the jazz community, and his influence continues to inspire musicians and fans alike.

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