Format Details:
Release Date: 30 September 2016
Label: Jazz Images
Packaging Type: Digipak
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 8437016248027
Release Date: 01 January 2018
Label: Jazz Images
Packaging Type: Gate Fold Vinyl
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 8436569191293
Release Date: 21 June 2024
Label: Supper Club
Packaging Type: Slip Sleeve (CD or Vinyl)
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 8435723701118
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.
Description
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.
Tracklisting
Tracklisting
Oliver Nelson
Joni Mitchell
Pink Floyd
Bob Dylan
Quincy Jones
Miles Davis
Miles Davis
Bill Evans Trio
Billie Holiday
Billie Holiday
Billie Holiday
Billie Holiday
Billie Holiday
Billie Holiday
Billie Holiday
Billie Holiday
