CHRIS CONNOR - This Is Chris (1955-2001) MONO / FLAC (tracks+.cue), lossless

During 1953-1955, singer Chris Connor recorded regularly for Bethlehem. This reissue LP has her final recordings for the label (before moving up to Atlantic) with such fine sidemen as Herbie Mann (doubling on flute and tenor), pianist Ralph Sharon, guitarist Joe Puma, bassist Milt Hinton, and drummer Osie Johnson. The two-trombone team of J.J. Johnson and Kai Winding (which had recently become very popular) is prominent on four of the ten selections. Connor's cool tone, subtle, emotional delivery and haunting voice were perfect for the music of the 1950s. Highlights of this superior set include "The Thrill Is Gone," "Blame It on My Youth," and "I Concentrate on You," but all ten numbers are rewarding. by Scott Yanow
Tracklist:
1 Blame It on My Youth 2:40
Edward Heyman / Oscar Levant
2 It's All Right With Me 2:29
Cole Porter
3 Someone to Watch over Me 3:12
George Gershwin / Ira Gershwin
4 Trouble Is a Man 2:54
Alec Wilder
5 All This and Heaven Too 3:29
Eddie DeLange / James Van Heusen
6 The Thrill Is Gone 2:48
Lew Brown / Ray Henderson
7 I Concentrate on You 3:31
Cole Porter
8 All Dressed up With a Broken Heart 1:51
Jack Val
9 From This Moment On 2:31
Cole Porter
10 Ridin' High 4:15
Cole Porter
Personnel:
Chris Connor - vocals
JJ Johnson - trombone
Kai Winding - trombone
Herbie Mann - flute
Joe Puma - guitar
Ralph Sharon - piano
Milt Hinton - bass
Osie Johnson - drums