BLOSSOM DEARIE - Live in London (1966-2002) FLAC (image+.cue), lossless

The first in the Harkit label's series of archival live recordings from the famed London jazz club Ronnie Scott's captures the remarkable Blossom Dearie in July 1966. Backed by the house rhythm section of bassist Freddy Logan and drummer Allan Ganley, Dearie is the very essence of sophistication and effortless cool. Herself a London resident at this point in her career, the singer articulates the city's candy-colored mod culture with knowing precision. Assimilating the sound and sensibility of post-Beatlemania pop with an ease greater than any other jazz singer of her generation, Dearie's girlish yet intimate vocals perfectly capture the sensual innocence of a society poised on the brink of sexual revolution. And of course, her repertoire is hipper than thou, embracing everything from "One Note Samba" to "Peel Me a Grape." A stellar performance, complete with superior sound and extensive liner notes. by Jason Ankeny
Tracklist :
1    The Grass Is Greener    3:05
2    I Wish You Love    5:32
3    Watch What Happens    5:39
4    Bright Lights, Big City    2:34
5    On Broadway    2:50
6    Sweet Lover No More    2:38
7    Satin Doll    6:16
8    The Great City    3:53
9    I Only Miss Him When I Think Of Him    5:59
10    Sweet Georgie Fame    3:37
11    That's No Joke    4:56
12    You're Gonna Hear From Me    4:30
13    One Note Samba    2:55
14    Peel Me A Grape    4:23
15    The Shadow Of Your Smile    5:15
16    When In Rome (I Do As The Romans)    5:11
Credits :
Bass – Freddie Logan
Drums – Allan Ganley
Piano, Vocals – Blossom Dearie