Rare West Coast Recordings captures Billie Holiday at a pivotal moment in her storied career, showcasing live performances from her post-war tours of San Francisco and Los Angeles. These rare tracks, recorded in the late 1940s, spotlight Holiday’s deeply emotive voice and unmatched artistry, offering listeners an intimate glimpse into her legendary presence on the West Coast jazz scene.
This release is particularly special for its historical significance, featuring recordings salvaged from original 78 acetates that preserve both the era’s atmosphere and Holiday’s enchanting vocal interpretations. Essential for fans of jazz, soul, and blues, Rare West Coast Recordings is a remarkable window into the timeless genius of one of music’s most influential voices.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Dol
- Genre: Jazz, Soul & Funk, Blues
- Release Date: 2014
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TRACKS
A1. The Man I Love
A2. All Of Me
A3. Gee, Baby, Ain't I Good To You?
A4. Strange Fruit
A5. Billie's Blues
A6. Body And Soul
B1. Rocky Mountain Blues
B2. Blue Turning Gray Over You
B3. Detour Ahead
B4. Be Fair To Me
B5. Easy To Love
B6. Tenderly
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