Title: Baker Sings Chet Artist: Jeff Baker Label: Oa2 Product Type: COMPACT DISCS UPC: 805552201024 Genre: Jazz Vocals Release Date: 2003-10-21 Number of Discs: 1
Boise-based Jeff Baker offers this tribute to the vocal stylings of Chet Baker. While not a clone of Chet, the arrangements on the album and Jeff's haunting, smooth, and provocative vocal treatment recall the legendary song styling of the trumpeter/vocalist. Though he refers to Chet's repertoire throughout the album in phrasing and certain melodic moments, Jeff's homage does not abandon his own approach. His polished voice comes through, showcasing a variety of styles. He can swing hard, be tender, and his efforts on "Autumn in New York/September Song" are impressively deep and innovative. This is a pleasing tribute to a jazz legend, and more importantly, it marks the presence of Jeff Baker as a fresh sound in vocal jazz.
Tracks: 1.1 How Deep Is the Ocean? 1.2 Touch of Your Lips 1.3 I Get Along Without You 1.4 My Ideal 1.5 But Not for Me 1.6 Oh You Crazy Moon 1.7 Thrill Is Gone 1.8 Let's Get Lost 1.9 My Funny Valentine 1.10 Easy Living 1.11 Autumn in New York/September Song 1.12 Everything Depends on You
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