Angel Eyes showcases the iconic jazz trumpeter and vocalist Chet Baker during his late 1950s European period, backed by lush orchestral arrangements from the Len Mercer Orchestra. The album blends Baker's unmistakable, emotive horn and warm vocal presence with elegant big-band orchestrations, offering a dramatic shift from his earlier small-group recordings.
This 2018 Jazz Images issue brings together the original 1959 sessions from Milan, Italy, along with bonus tracks featuring Baker's work with the Piero Umiliani Orchestra for Italian film soundtracks. With its evocative mood and unique orchestral textures, Angel Eyes represents a distinctive chapter in Baker's storied discography, appealing to fans and jazz collectors seeking both classic sensibility and cinematic flair.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Jazz Images
- Genre: Jazz
- Release Date: 2018
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TRACKS
A1. Angel Eyes
A2. When I Fall In Love
A3. The Song Is You
A4. Deep In A Dream
A5. Goodbye
B1. My Funny Valentine
B2. I Should Care
B3. Autumn In New York
B4. Street Of Dreams
B5. Violets For Your Furs
B6. Forgetfull
B7. I Fall In Love Too Easily*
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