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Jazz & The New Songbook: Live At The Madrid *
 

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Jazz & The New Songbook: Live At The Madrid *
"Jazz and the New Songbook: Live at the Madrid *" (01/15/2008) Pop Vocal Lundy, Carmen, Afrasia ProductionsPersonnel: Albert Romero, Michelina Wright, Alberto Romero (violin); Rachel Arnold (cello); Bobby Ray Watson, Bobby Watson (alto saxophone); Billy Childs, Billy Childs Trio (piano, keyboards); David Roitstein, David Roitstien (piano); Myra Casales (percussion); Krystal Davis Williams (vocals, background vocals); Phil Upchurch (guitar); Catherine Lamb (viola); Steve Turre (conch shell, trombone); Mark Shim (soprano saxophone, tenor saxophone); Robert Glasper (piano, keyboards); Curtis Lundy (acoustic bass); Kenny Davis, Nathan East (electric bass); Marvin "Smitty" Smith, Victor Lewis (drums). Audio Mixers: Elisabeth Oei; Gil Morales; Carmen Lundy; Liza Carb?. Recording information: Madrid Theatre, Los Angeles, CA (02/18/2005). Editors: Elisabeth Oei; Carmen Lundy; Liza Carb?. Arranger: Carmen Lundy. Listening to Carmen Lundy "live" on Jazz and the New Songbook: Live at the Madrid is truly a remarkable experience and solidifies the adage that she is in a class all her own. On this exceptional two-disc set, the multi-talented vocalist performs 18 of her original compositions accompanied by some of the music world's most talented musicians. Recorded February 18, 2005, at the Madrid Theatre in Los Angeles, CA, the concert opens with the hit song "In Love Again," the optimistic ode to romance that was previously released on Something to Believe In. Lundy's multi-octave range is fluid, sensuous, and sexy. It is captivating as it floats with seductive nuance and swinging rhythms. "Better Days," originally heard on Carmen's Self Portrait CD, opens with Curtis Lundy laying down an alluring bassline, anchored by Victor Lewis' drums and great comping by David Roitstein's keyboards, Phil Upchurch's guitar, and the Los Angeles String Quartet. With a range from soprano to contralto, the tones of her voice flow like the fluid strokes of a paintbrush on a canvas as listeners are treated to the pure ambience of Lundy's potent lyricism, delivered with a powerful voice that urges you to just hang in there. "Wild Child" is another passionate masterwork that features the high-powered upper registers and full bottom registers of Lundy's great voice. A double trio, impeccably complementing her inspired rendition, backs her. Mark Shim's soprano sax solo and the great improvisations by the double trio definitely take this song to another level. Steve Turre's conch shell work on "Afrasia" is truly a crowd-pleaser as he introduces the exotic vocals of Lundy and Krystal Davis Williams, who invoke the myriad names given to God in many different cultures. This beautiful prayer is truly indicative of Lundy's exceptional prowess and spiritual connections. Disc two features several songs from This Is Carmen Lundy, including "All Day, All Night," "Send Me Somebody to Love," and "I Dream in Living Color." Bonus tracks include three highly popular Lundy songs whose "official" 48-track concert recordings were lost due to a power surge on that rainy night in Los Angeles. Overall, this double-disc set houses a great mix of ballads, straight-ahead jazz, Latin, fusion, and funk that showcases Carmen Lundy's amazing voice and compositional integrity. Highly recommended. ~ Paula Edelstein

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Birds of a Feather [Special Packaging] by Carmen McRae (CD - 05/21/2002)
 

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Birds of a Feather [Special Packaging] by Carmen McRae (CD - 05/21/2002)
"Birds of a Feather [Special Packaging]" (05/21/2002) Jazz Vocal McRae, Carmen, Verve (USA)Personnel includes: Carmen McRae (vocals); Ralph Burns, Ray Charles (arranger, conductor); Ben Webster, Al Cohn (tenor saxophone); Irving Markowitz (trumpet); Dick Berg, Donald Corrado, Fred Klein, Tony Miranda (French horn); Don Abney (piano); Barry Galbraith, Mundell Lowe (guitar); Aaron Bell (bass); Ted Sommer, Don Lamond, Nick Stabulas (drums). Recorded in August 1958. Originally released on Decca (8815). Includes liner notes by Burt Korall. All tracks have been digitally remastered. Personnel: Carmen McRae (vocals); Barry Galbraith, Mundell Lowe (guitar); Al Cohn, Ben Webster (tenor saxophone); Irwin "Marky" Markowitz (trumpet); Dick Berg, Fred Klein, Donald Corrado (French horn); Don Abney (piano); Don Lamond, Todd Sommer, Nick Stabulas (drums). Liner Note Author: Burt Korall. Recording information: New York, NY (08/04/1958-08/08/1958). Director: Ralph Burns. Arrangers: Milt Gabler; Ralph Burns. Yes, there's a concept on the loose here -- all the songs are about birds. Fortunately, there are plenty of good songs on the subject, and it's not so narrow that all the focus hinges on birds themselves. Carmen McRae is supported by a good small group, directed and arranged by Ralph Burns, featuring guitarist Mundell Lowe and many solos for an uncredited "tenorman" (i.e., Ben Webster). Both McRae and Webster do their best on the driving, horn-heavy score for "Bob White (Whatcha Gonna Swing Tonight)." First, Webster follows closely along with trumpeter Irwin "Marky" Markowitz while McRae vocalizes clearly and with some swing, then launches a beautiful solo before McRae returns for the closer. Other highlights include the touching "A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square" and a relaxed, pastoral "When the Swallows Come Back to Capistrano." ~ John Bush Yes, there's a concept on the loose here -- all the songs are about birds. Fortunately, there are plenty of good songs on the subject, and it's not so narrow that all the focus hinges on birds themselves. Carmen McRae is supported by a good small group, directed and arranged by Ralph Burns, featuring guitarist Mundell Lowe and many solos for an uncredited "tenorman" (i.e., Ben Webster). Both McRae and Webster do their best on the driving, horn-heavy score for "Bob White (Whatcha Gonna Swing Tonight)." First, Webster follows closely along with trumpeter Irwin "Marky" Markowitz while McRae vocalizes clearly and with some swing, then launches a beautiful solo before McRae returns for the closer. Other highlights include the touching "A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square" and a relaxed, pastoral "When the Swallows Come Back to Capistrano." ~ John Bush

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Carmen McRae For Lovers [1/31] *
 

Carmen McRae For Lovers [1/31] *

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Carmen McRae For Lovers [1/31] *
"Carmen McRae for Lovers [Remaster]" (01/31/2006) Pop Vocal McRae, Carmen, Verve (USA)Personnel: Carmen McRae (vocals); Mundell Lowe (guitar); Herbie Mann (flute); Ben Webster (tenor saxophone); Ray Bryant (piano); Ike Isaacs , Wendell Marshall, Aaron Bell (double bass); Kenny Clarke, Specs Wright (drums). Audio Producer: Ray Bryant. This smooth compilation of romantic songs by the legendary jazz singer Carmen McRae features the silky voiced chanteuse in a variety of small group settings, and in performance with the orchestras of Luther Henderson and Frank Hunter, as well as accompanied by stellar musicians like Ben Webster, Ray Bryant, and Herbie Mann. In a set peppered with entries from the American Songbook, standouts include her exemplary performance of Rodgers and Hart's "My Funny Valentine," her foray into Ella Fitzgerald territory with Cole Porter's regretful "Ev'ry Time We Say Goodbye," and the intimate small group arrangement of "Isn't It Romantic?"

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Just A Little Lovin' *
 

Just A Little Lovin' *

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Just A Little Lovin' *
"Just a Little Lovin'" (03/14/2006) R&B McRae, Carmen, Collectables RecordsPersonnel: Carmen McRae (vocals, piano); Carmen McRae; Alexander Gafa (guitar); George Marge, Walter Kane, Romeo Penque (woodwinds); Joe Newman Quartet , Joe Newman (trumpet); Tony Miranda, Brooks Tillotson, Joseph DeAngelis (French horn); Tommy McClure (bass guitar); Jim Dickinson (guitar, keyboards); Charlie Freeman (guitar); King Curtis (alto saxophone, tenor saxophone); George Dorsey (alto saxophone); Pepper Adams (baritone saxophone); Garnett Brown (trombone); Mike Utley (electric piano, organ); Sammy Creason (drums, percussion); The Sweet Inspirations (background vocals). Recording information: Atlantic South-Criteria Studios, Miami, FL. Director: Gene Orloff. Photographer: Jim Marshall . Arranger: Arif Mardin. Released in 1970, Just a Little Lovin' was the fourth (and last) studio album Carmen McRae cut for Atlantic Records in the late '60s/early '70s. The albums were for the most part a mix of pop and jazz songs with a decidedly pop angle. Just a Little Lovin' isn't too different, though it leans more toward the soulful end of the street. Producer Arif Mardin put McRae together with the Dixie Flyers studio band, backup singers extraordinaire the Sweet Inspirations, and an all-star horn section led by King Curtis, and then let her loose on the usual Beatles covers (a lifeless "Something," a very relaxed and sensual "Here, There and Everywhere," and a dramatic take on "Carry That Weight") and pop tunes like Jimmy Webb's "Didn't We" and Laura Nyro's "Goodbye Joe." So far, so half decent. Where the album really takes off is on the tracks that sound more down-home and Southern, like those cribbed from Dusty in Memphis ("Just a Little Lovin'," "Breakfast in Bed"), the Willie Dixon blues "I Love the Life I Live," and the tracks written by Tony Joe White (the funky-as-dirt "I Thought I Knew You Well" and "I Want You"). The band sounds totally in the groove on these cuts and McRae responds with some supremely gritty performances. As with all her other Atlantic records, it's a mixed bag but well worth picking up for Carmen McRae fans -- and if you aren't one, you should be! ~ Tim Sendra

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Fine And Mellow (Recall) [3/29] *
 

Fine And Mellow (Recall) [3/29] *

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Fine And Mellow (Recall) [3/29] *
"Fine and Mellow" (03/29/2005) Pop Vocal McRae, Carmen, SnapperPersonnel: Carmen McRae (vocals); John Collins (vocals, guitar); George Shearing (vocals, piano); Phil Upchurch (guitar); Vince Lateano (clarinet); Red Holloway (alto saxophone, tenor saxophone); Mike Heathman, Al Bent (trombone); Marshall Otwell, Mark Levine (piano); Poncho Sanchez (organ, percussion); Jack McDuff (organ); Cal Tjader (vibraphone); Donald Bailey , Paul Humphrey & the Cool Aid Chemists (drums); Ramon Banda (percussion). Audio Remixer: Phil Edwards . Liner Note Author: Joop Visser. Recording information: Birdland West, Long Beach, CA (06/1980-12/1987); Coast Recorders, San Francisco, CA (06/1980-12/1987); Soundmixers, New York, NY (06/1980-12/1987).

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Superwoman: Live On Stage
 

Superwoman: Live On Stage

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Superwoman: Live On Stage
"Superwoman" (02/27/2001) Pop Vocal McRae, Carmen, Starburst Records (UK)Recorded in Florida in 1981.

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24K Pure Gold [9/13]
 

24K Pure Gold [9/13]

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24K Pure Gold [9/13]
"24k Pure Gold: Lena Horne, Carmen McRae, Nina Simone, Dinah Washington" (09/13/2005) Pop Vocal Various Artists, Tomato

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Book Of Ballads
 

Book Of Ballads

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Book Of Ballads
"Book of Ballads" (03/30/2004) Pop Vocal McRae, Carmen, KAPPThis rerelease of the 1960 album showcases the talents of vocalist Carmen McRae. The Book of Ballads in question is the Great American Songbook, and Carmen McRae breathes new life into some of its most dog-eared pages on this wonderful session that heralded the close of her Kapp Records tenure. McRae tackles material like "When I Fall in Love," "Isn't It Romantic?" and "How Long Has This Been Going On?" with uncommon care and intelligence, summoning rich new meaning from the familiar lyrics. In her hands, the songs pulse with energy and life. Arranger Frank Hunter and a supporting trio led by pianist Don Abney also merit commendation for nuanced, evocative backings that afford McRae the necessary space to do her thing. ~ Jason Ankeny

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Complete Ralph Burns Sessions
 

Complete Ralph Burns Sessions

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Complete Ralph Burns Sessions
"Complete Ralph Burns Sessions" (10/12/2004) Pop Vocal McRae, Carmen, Lone Hill Jazz (Spain)
Birds of a Feather by Carmen McRae (CD - 12/21/2004)
 

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Birds of a Feather by Carmen McRae (CD - 12/21/2004)
"Birds of a Feather" (12/21/2004) Jazz Vocal McRae, Carmen, Universal DistributionPersonnel includes: Carmen McRae (vocals); Ralph Burns, Ray Charles (arranger, conductor); Ben Webster, Al Cohn (tenor saxophone); Irving Markowitz (trumpet); Dick Berg, Donald Corrado, Fred Klein, Tony Miranda (French horn); Don Abney (piano); Barry Galbraith, Mundell Lowe (guitar); Aaron Bell (bass); Ted Sommer, Don Lamond, Nick Stabulas (drums). Recorded in August 1958. Originally released on Decca (8815). Includes liner notes by Burt Korall. All tracks have been digitally remastered. Yes, there's a concept on the loose here -- all the songs are about birds. Fortunately, there are plenty of good songs on the subject, and it's not so narrow that all the focus hinges on birds themselves. Carmen McRae is supported by a good small group, directed and arranged by Ralph Burns, featuring guitarist Mundell Lowe and many solos for an uncredited "tenorman" (i.e., Ben Webster). Both McRae and Webster do their best on the driving, horn-heavy score for "Bob White (Whatcha Gonna Swing Tonight)." First, Webster follows closely along with trumpeter Irwin "Marky" Markowitz while McRae vocalizes clearly and with some swing, then launches a beautiful solo before McRae returns for the closer. Other highlights include the touching "A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square" and a relaxed, pastoral "When the Swallows Come Back to Capistrano." ~ John Bush
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24K Pure Gold - Carmen McRae [9/13] *
 

24K Pure Gold - Carmen McRae [9/13] *

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24K Pure Gold - Carmen McRae [9/13] *
"24k Pure Gold" (09/13/2005) Pop Vocal McRae, Carmen, TomatoLiner Note Author: Eric Salzman. Photographer: William Claxton.
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Birds of a Feather by Carmen McRae (CD - 01/18/2005)
 

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Birds of a Feather by Carmen McRae (CD - 01/18/2005)
"Birds of a Feather" (01/18/2005) Jazz Vocal McRae, Carmen, Universal DistributionPersonnel includes: Carmen McRae (vocals); Ralph Burns, Ray Charles (arranger, conductor); Ben Webster, Al Cohn (tenor saxophone); Irving Markowitz (trumpet); Dick Berg, Donald Corrado, Fred Klein, Tony Miranda (French horn); Don Abney (piano); Barry Galbraith, Mundell Lowe (guitar); Aaron Bell (bass); Ted Sommer, Don Lamond, Nick Stabulas (drums). Recorded in August 1958. Originally released on Decca (8815). Includes liner notes by Burt Korall. All tracks have been digitally remastered. Yes, there's a concept on the loose here -- all the songs are about birds. Fortunately, there are plenty of good songs on the subject, and it's not so narrow that all the focus hinges on birds themselves. Carmen McRae is supported by a good small group, directed and arranged by Ralph Burns, featuring guitarist Mundell Lowe and many solos for an uncredited "tenorman" (i.e., Ben Webster). Both McRae and Webster do their best on the driving, horn-heavy score for "Bob White (Whatcha Gonna Swing Tonight)." First, Webster follows closely along with trumpeter Irwin "Marky" Markowitz while McRae vocalizes clearly and with some swing, then launches a beautiful solo before McRae returns for the closer. Other highlights include the touching "A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square" and a relaxed, pastoral "When the Swallows Come Back to Capistrano." ~ John Bush
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