Baker's Holiday finds the iconic trumpeter and vocalist Chet Baker paying heartfelt tribute to Billie Holiday, recorded in 1965 during one of his most creative periods. Backed by a full saxophone section and a dynamic rhythm team including pianist Hank Jones, Baker delivers a collection of songs associated with Lady Day, highlighted by his unmistakable mellow trumpet and expressive vocals.
This reissue in the Verve Acoustic Sounds Series brings new life to a classic jazz recording, featuring beautiful Jimmy Mundy arrangements and a number of tracks Baker had never recorded before. Mastered from the original analog tapes, this definitive edition offers superb sound quality and includes an 8-page booklet replicating the original release, making it a must-have for fans of Chet Baker and timeless jazz artistry.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Verve Records
- Genre: Jazz
- Release Date: 2024
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TRACKS
A1. Travelin' Light
A2. Easy Living
A3. That Ole Devil Called Love
A4. You're My Thrill
A5. Crazy She Calls Me
B1. When Your Lover Has Gone
B2. Mean To Me
B3. These Foolish Things (Remind Me Of You)
B4. There Is No Greater Love
B5. Don't Explain
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