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Okay, I know it's not late at night in a smoky room. But here is a great taste of Brazilian jazz from Eliane Elias whom I saw live - in the front row - she playing without shoes. Cute. And lovely.
If you prefer your sensual music when it's dark - come back later.
Agua de Beber
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Jdxr...yer_detailpage
Segredos
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=ClTx3wCBZXE
12/22/15
More great Brazilian sounds from Ms. Elias
https://youtu.be/r0x2HqDjS6M
This is a cover of that great Miles Davis original which is in an upcoming post. Beautiful.
Blue In Green (2/20/17 repaired link)
https://youtu.be/Vsun3GSfYYg
Girl From Ipanema. Too pretty to get tired of.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zudumJec_vc
2/7/13 This tune has no missing pieces. It's all there: top musicians, fantastic arrangement, extraordinary solos (especially the drummer) and obvious enthusiasm shown by all led by the very talented Eliane Elias.
Chega de Saudade
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1ZWK...yer_detailpage
2/7/13 One of my favorite Stevie Wonder songs done by Elias showing that, when done right, a pop song can be properly complimented by a jazz arrangement.
My Cherie Amour
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=_fPncXbAfyc
10/2/15
This song is done instrumentally by Michel Petrucciani in this thread. It is magnificent. After listening to other versions, I have chosen Ms. Elias' vocal version to compliment his. This is one beautiful song written by Bruno Martino.
Estate (Summer)
https://youtu.be/1d8jbA0_9oo
9/7/16
Another beautiful tune.
Eliane Elias
Fotografia
https://youtu.be/pGA37OJYbNs
12/21/13
Brazilian music has enriched the music scene everywhere. Antonio Carlos-Jobim is well-known due to Brazil 66 and others, creating appreciation for Bossa Nova and other ethnic melodies.
Here is a medley of artists that pay tribute to this glorious and sensual sound.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=8BzZT5liAfY
12/29/19
Ms. Elias' voice, style and arrangements can be so...well, ethereal. Examples.
Eliane Elias
So Nice
https://youtu.be/_DAIbV7ft0I
12/29/19
Eliane Elias
That's All
https://youtu.be/TxKeth4iuo0
12/29/19
Eliane Elias
My Foolish Heart
https://youtu.be/4GpaiqwTMHc
12/29/19
Toots Theilemans & Eliane Elias
Moments
https://youtu.be/YpHmWXCwREQ
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I've gotten a number of PMs asking for more music for late-night reveries and for appropriate drink suggestions. Try Black Russians on the rocks. Or leave out the Kahlua for medicinal purposes. As for suitable artists try...
Kurt Elling
Night Moves
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UR3G_...yer_detailpage
I may have to hire some people. This is getting out of hand. Be back soon with more ideas. Remember, this is potent stuff. View only late at night and in the dark.
For Sentimental Reasons
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mcJFi...yer_detailpage'
12/15/13
Ray Charles did this some years ago in a very soulful way. Kurt Elling does it justice.
Lonely Avenue
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=H7TfTX3njdI
9/9/14
And We Will Fly
https://www.youtube.com/watch?featur...&v=DS3scyOdR5o
Easy Living
https://www.youtube.com/watch?featur...&v=hLqlgpZ2vVc
I have seen his music director, Lawrence Hobgood, the pianist, in other performances and have read reviews of his music. The consensus is he is incomparable. That is not an exaggeration.
9/27/15
April In Paris swingin', nice...and so smooth (7/16/21 link repaired)
https://youtu.be/kkEMujQyxdo
10/4/15
My Foolish Heart (superb)
https://youtu.be/uCdjswQPKbA
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Very smooth.
White Russians work as well.
Don't hire anyone, nobody does it as well as you.
Unless of course you need help with your links, then I'm your girl. :)
Julie
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This suits me right about now. Change of pace. Great sounds from a great artist.
Jonny Lang
Still Rainin'(12/20/15 link repaired)
https://youtu.be/VnsvsX3RUbE
Lie To Me (10/8/16 link repaired)
https://youtu.be/3tigVYfHVmQ
12/10/13
Give Me Up Again
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=yDxP6hmqKrg
1/9/14
Can't have too much of Lang's music.
There's No One Like You (12/20/15 link repaired)
https://youtu.be/MKO9pSMuiyo
Walking Away (7/31/20 link repaired)
https://youtu.be/bH-Dvm_Vq9U
7/31/20
Darker Side
https://youtu.be/2TK3X2djj24
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Wow. Where did that voice come from??!!! I really like his sound. I started listening to more of his songs, found this one I thought was good. I hope you don't mind my jumping in with a link. :)
Breaking me.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?NR=1&v=NWhIjt3nuPs
Thanks for this.
Julie
I can't stop listening to him, amazing voice!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uihnK...eature=related
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Holy Crap! It's true after all. Clapton is god! Well, seeing as this is Sunday I have no choice but to post some 'hymns'. I could post a lot but I'll try to control myself.
River Of Tears
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_ROx...yer_detailpage
Forever Man (3/22/15 repaired link)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0gDvR1sZ6I4
Why Does Love Got to Be So Sad (7/16/21 link repaired)
https://youtu.be/hyiZObZVKQk
10/3/16
Eric Clapton (live in Japan)
Cocaine
https://youtu.be/OrofCGa2BP8
BB King & Eric Clapton & Robert Cray & Jimmie Vaughn & Robert Randolph AND a cast of dozens more!
The Thrill Is Gone (8/1/20 new link)
https://youtu.be/SgXSomPE_FY
LONDON (AP) — British musician Jack Bruce, best known as the bassist from the 1960s group Cream, has died. He was 71.
Publicist Claire Singers said Saturday Bruce died at his home in Suffolk, England.
Cream, which also included guitarist Eric Clapton and drummer Ginger Baker, sold 35 million albums in just over two years and were awarded the world's first ever platinum disc for their album "Wheels of Fire."
One of my favorite Cream tunes. Many say that Jack's bass line makes the song.
Cream (12/22/14 link repaired)
Badge
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FGxH50WS7Q
And, Jack Bruce leading the way in...
Born Under A Bad Sign
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEGVtbgYx2I
11/19/16
Clapton certainly has had a lot of well-deserved accolades but I can't ignore this great version of one of his hits.
Bad Love (8/9/23 link repaired)
https://youtu.be/r11oM-RmZ30
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One very late night I was driving and heard Morgana King singing Corcovado. I pulled over to listen so that I wouldn't be distracted. It was that memorable. I had never heard it sung the way she did it.
4/11/17
I have continued to look for the version I remember, as mentioned above. Well, persistence does pay off because I just found this. It likely is the one I remember. I deleted the TV appearance with an abbreviated version.
An ethereal yet striking interpretation of a lovely song made special by her incredible vocal range.
Morgana King
Corcovado
https://youtu.be/pEWmbj_W5bk
I am providing some others to give examples of her incredible range (5 octaves) and brilliance. Her talent is something to behold...her voice is haunting. There are many good singers but no one that sings like this. Maybe, never again.
Here's That Rainy Day (1/9/16 previously deleted but now available)
https://youtu.be/zqjxk1n2mxY
This is another magnificent example of her exquisite and unique talent. Just lovely.
Lazy Afternoon - (again...magnificent does not do her version justice)
https://youtu.be/wlWubQL1iao?list=PL...5VEh6pN1izMahU
10/25/15
Prelude To A Kiss
https://youtu.be/fqdiz-Tw6gw?list=PL...5VEh6pN1izMahU
This one is very special. Listen...and then listen again. Her voice, and phrasing, are exquisite.
A Taste Of Honey
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1VVJ...yer_detailpage
1/9/16
It's A Quiet Thing - A beautiful song...and more.
https://youtu.be/PyMQ6tWFrn0?list=PL...M_kjn0c2bN59QT
(and she played mama in The Godfather)