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favorite standards cds
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'Round Midnight'Round Midnight by Linda Ronstadt
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The one that started it all for me. Linda is fantastic and this box set is super lush and melodramatic and gorgeous!
All My TomorrowsAll My Tomorrows by Crystal Gayle
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Crystal finally released a cd of jazz/pop standards and it's the best. She was clearly made to sing these types of songs and each one is superb!
Moonlight SerenadeMoonlight Serenade by Carly Simon
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Wow! The best of her jazz cd's. This one is so nastolgic and the music just flows. Wonderful!
Take a LookTake a Look by Natalie Cole
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I feel this is her best jazz cd. The songs are lesser known jems and she really shines on each one!
for Ellafor Ella by Patti Austin
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What a treat! I love Ella and I love this tribute, spectacular!
Good Night & Good LuckGood Night & Good Luck by Diane Reeves
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Diane sparkles on this cd. Very jazz and very 'Ella'.
Stardust... The Great American Songbook, Vol. IIIStardust... The Great American Songbook, Vol. III by Rod Stewart
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He does good work on all these cd's but this one stands out to me because of the Dolly Parton duet! Baby it's cold outside! mmmm
Indigo: Women of SongIndigo: Women of Song by Olivia Newton-John
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This may not be an all inclusive jazz cd but 'How Insensitive' sets the mood in the right direction. Some jazz, some pop--all terrific!
The Boy Next DoorThe Boy Next Door by Stacey Kent
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She has a terrific voice and all her cd's shine but this one has so many good selections it's impossible not to love.
Ask a Woman Who KnowsAsk a Woman Who Knows by Natalie Cole
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Very romantic! My Baby Just Cares for Me is the standout song for me! Smooth cd all the way around though.
StandardsStandards by Rita Coolidge
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Rita sounds great on this cd and the song selection is superb. She should do more!
When I Look in Your EyesWhen I Look in Your Eyes by Diana Krall
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I love all her music but this cd is my favorite. 'Why Should I Care' is the standout song for me. She sounds marvelous.
It's TimeIt's Time by Michael Bublé
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Fantastic cd. He's got style and sounds so great. Very Swinging cd.
Renee OlsteadRenee Olstead by Reneé Olstead
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That voice is magical! Hard to believe she is so young. 'Sunday Kind of Love' is the standout song for me on this one and I can't wait for the next cd.
ClassiKhanClassiKhan by Chaka Khan
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This woman can belt out a song! Big Spender and That's All There Is...spendid! She needs to record more like this.
The Dana Owens AlbumThe Dana Owens Album by Queen Latifah
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This is awesome. She should record these types of songs and forget about rap! Wonderful.
These DaysThese Days by Crystal Gayle
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Although this isn't really a jazz cd, it includes several jazzy number and her version of 'Loverman' and 'What a Little Moonlight Can Do' solidify this as a jazz cd.
Crystal Gayle Sings the Heart & Soul of Hoagy CarmichaelCrystal Gayle Sings the Heart & Soul of Hoagy Carmichael by Crystal Gayle
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Crystal really shines on this tribute cd to the great Hoagy Carmichael. A little twang on a few songs but mostly a jazz inspired cd.
TimepieceTimepiece by Kenny Rogers
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This cd gets alot of critism but I think it's marvelous. David Foster and Kenny Rogers, what more could you want? I think Kenny sounds great and the song selection is wonderful.
All of MeAll of Me by Anne Murray
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Anne absolutely sparkles on this cd, her second of this type of music. This cd is very nostalgic. Superb!
SwingSwing by Suzy Bogguss
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Boy does this cd swing or what? Her voice is angelic and the whole mood of the cd is swinging! Let's hear more like this!
Tennille Sings Big BandTennille Sings Big Band by Toni Tennille
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This cd is marvelous! Toni really sings her heart out and has a great time. The mood is upbeat and toe-tapping.
Hummin' to MyselfHummin' to Myself by Linda Ronstadt
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Wow! 'Hummin' To Myself' is the standout song for me but the whole cd is terrific. I wish she'd record so much more jazz!
Bette Midler Sings The Rosemary Clooney SongbookBette Midler Sings The Rosemary Clooney Songbook by Bette Midler
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Both of her tribute cd's are great but the Rosemary Clooney tribute is better than the Peggy Lee tribute. The songs are fun and Barry knows how to produce!
Just for a ThrillJust for a Thrill by Ronnie Milsap
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And what a thrill this cd is! This cd is outstanding and he should really do more of this type of music. 'My Babe' is the standout song!
A Wonderful WorldA Wonderful World by Tony Bennett
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kd lang has the best voice ever and the music these two make together is splendid! Oh What a Wonderful World it is when playing this cd.
An Evening With Lena Horne: Live At The Supper ClubAn Evening With Lena Horne: Live At The Supper Club by Lena Horne
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Ms. Horne is brilliant and a true legend. She sounds terrific at this live concert and even ad-libs to songs when she forgets the words. Brilliant!
Stolen Moments: The Lady Sings...Jazz & BluesStolen Moments: The Lady Sings...Jazz & Blues by Diana Ross
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This live cd by Ms. Ross is exceptional! She funny and serious and gets down to business with some great jazz standards.
Blue GardeniaBlue Gardenia by Etta James
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Etta does no wrong in my book but this cd is one of her best! 'This Bitter Earth' is fabulous.
Blues in the CityBlues in the City by Laverne Butler
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Probably the most underrated singer in history! What a cd and what a voice, where's the grammy?
Unforgettable: With LoveUnforgettable: With Love by Natalie Cole
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Pure lush orchestration and style and Ms. Cole is the best! She does her daddy proud I'm sure. L-O-V-E this cd.