Rita Reys Meets Oliver Nelson is a captivating vocal jazz album, released on 25 October 1965, that showcases the incredible talents of Dutch jazz singer Rita Reys. This 35-minute masterpiece, brought to you by Universal Music, a division of Universal International Music BV, is a must-listen for fans of the genre.
With a tracklist that features timeless classics such as 'Satin Doll', 'The Very Thought Of You', and 'It Could Happen To You', Rita Reys' soulful voice weaves a spellbinding narrative that will leave you enchanted. The album's jazz influences are perfectly balanced, creating a unique sound that is both nostalgic and refreshing.
From the melancholic 'You Don't Know What Love Is' to the upbeat 'Come To Scheveningen', Rita Reys' vocal range and emotional delivery bring each song to life. Her collaboration with Oliver Nelson is a match made in heaven, resulting in an album that is sure to delight jazz enthusiasts and newcomers alike. So sit back, relax, and let the sultry voice of Rita Reys transport you to a bygone era of elegance and sophistication.
Rita Reys, hailed as "Europe's First Lady of Jazz," was a legendary Dutch jazz singer whose career spanned over six decades. Born in Rotterdam in 1924, Reys' velvety vocals and captivating stage presence made her one of the most renowned jazz singers in Europe from the mid-1950s until the turn of the millennium. Her journey took her from the vibrant jazz clubs of Amsterdam to the prestigious stages of the North Sea Jazz Festival, where she performed multiple times. Reys collaborated with numerous jazz legends, including Art Blakey and Oliver Nelson, and her discography boasts hundreds of recordings, with standout albums like "The Cool Voice of Rita Reys." Her personal life was also intertwined with her music, marrying twice—first to Wes Ilcken and later to pianist Pim Jacobs. Reys' contributions to jazz earned her the Edison Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006, cementing her status as one of the greatest jazz vocalists from the Netherlands.
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