Carol Kidd – Debut (1984) [Reissue 2004] [SACD / Linn Records – AKD 228]

Title: Carol Kidd – Debut (1984) [Reissue 2004]
Genre: Jazz
Format: MCH SACD ISO + Hi-Res FLAC

Carol Kidd is widely considered to be a singer’s singer. She has been described by Frank Sinatra as “the best kept secret in British Jazz”. While Tony Bennett was prompted to say “you should be world-famous, where’ve you been?” Cleo Laine, who should know about these things, has commented, “her control is thrilling…. She is world class”. This re-issue debut album, originally recorded in 1984, is ample proof that Carol Kidd is indeed an exceptional talent. She has a voice of outstanding beauty, marvellous diction and perfect pitch combined with impeccable jazz feeling.

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Tracklist:

01. Then I’ll Be Tired Of You
02. We’ll Be Together Again
03. You Go To My Head
04. It Isn’t So Bad
05. The More I See You/I’ve Grown Accustomed To Your Face
06. Yes I Know When I’ve Had It
07. Waltz for Debbie
08. Never Let Me Go
09. Like Someone In Love
10. Trouble Is A Man
11. I’m Shadowing You
12. Spring Can Really Hang You Up The Most
13. I Like To Recognise The Tune

Personnel:

Additional Musicians:
– Sandy Taylor: piano
– Alex Moore: bass guitar
– Murray Smith: drums

Note:

Produced by Murray Smith.
Recorded at Castle Sound Studios, Pencaitland, January 1984.

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