Billie Holiday - Stay with Me (Yellow Vinyl) - VNL22686

Stay With Me (Gatefold Packaging. Photographs By William Claxton) (Yellow Vinyl)

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Cat No: 38011

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Format Details: Yellow Vinyl /

Release Date: 30 September 2016

Label: Jazz Images

Packaging Type: Digipak

No of Units: 1

Barcode: 8437016248027

Genres: Jazz Vocal Jazz

Release Date: 01 January 2018

Label: Jazz Images

Packaging Type: Gate Fold Vinyl

No of Units: 1

Barcode: 8436569191293

Genres: Jazz Vocal Jazz

Release Date: 21 June 2024

Label: Supper Club

Packaging Type: Slip Sleeve (CD or Vinyl)

No of Units: 1

Barcode: 8435723701118

Genres: Jazz Vocal Jazz

Release Date: 19 July 2024

Label: Ermitage

Packaging Type: Slip Sleeve (CD or Vinyl)

No of Units: 1

Barcode: 3770024956863

Genres: Jazz Vocal Jazz

Description
Limited edition, 1,000 copies - the complete album + 4 bonus tracks - 180g virgin vinyl. One of the best albums Billie made during the later stage of her career, Stay With Me derives from a 1955 session that only produced the seven songs on the album. It features her backed by such stars as trumpeter Charlie Shavers, clarinettist Tony Scott, tenor saxophonist Budd Johnson, and pianist Billy Taylor.

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This studio album by the legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday released in 1958 captures Holiday during a period of both personal turmoil and professional resurgence. Recorded on February 14, 1955, at Fine Sound Studios in New York City it was released in 1958. The LP features Holiday's signature vocal style, marked by her emotive and deeply personal interpretation of songs; the arrangements on the album were crafted by Ray Ellis known for his sophisticated and lush arrangements that provided the musical backdrop for Holiday's vocals. His work on "Stay with Me" complements Holiday's style, adding a refined yet emotionally charged layer to the tracks. The album stands as a testament to her enduring talent and resilience in the face of personal and professional challenges.
The choice of songs includes a mix of standards and jazz classics that Holiday had a special affinity for this work. Each song's lyrics and mood align with the over-arching themes of longing, heartbreak. "Stay with Me" remains compelling and powerful, showcasing her resilience and dedication to Billie Holiday's art: the album captures a significant moment in her career, reflecting both her personal struggles and her unwavering commitment to her music.
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