Vocalists — CDs 
Singers we love -- from vintage torch to vocalese, scat, jazz poetry, standards, and more!
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Cannonball Adderley with Ernie Andrews —
Live Session! ... CD Blue Note, 1962/1964. Used ... Out Of Stock
An excellent jazz vocal album by one of the lost greats! Ernie Andrews was always a musician's singer – in that he never cracked the masses, but did have tremendous respect among jazz players in the 60s and 70s. Here, in one of his best albums, he's caught live, working with Cannon's ... (Jazz, Vocalists) read more CD
Cannonball Adderley with Nancy Wilson & Lou Rawls —
In Person ... CD Capitol (Japan), 1968. Used ... Out Of Stock
Almost everything soulful at Capitol Records in the mid 60s – packed together in one sweet little place! The set's a winner in a great line of Cannonball Adderley live dates from the time – produced by David Axelrod, and done with that great mix of angular, slightly electric groove the ... (Jazz, Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print 2011 pressing , includes obi.)
Kind Of Blue (Italy), 2004. Used ... $2.99
Connective (Germany), 2006. Used ... $8.99
Cyrille Aimee —
Move On – A Sondheim Adventure ... CD Mack Avenue, 2019. Used ... Out Of Stock
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Winter & Winter (Germany), 2000. Used ... $7.99
Blujazz, 2008. Used ... $4.99
Amazing work from singer Dee Alexander – a wonderfully soulful album of jazz vocals, and one that we'd rank right up there with our favorite records by Carmen Lundy or Dee Dee Bridgewater! Dee's a singer who's worked in Chicago for years, but we've honestly only begun to appreciate her ... read more CD
(Digipak has light wear.)
Lorez Alexandria —
Alexandria The Great ... CD Verve, 1964. Used ... Out Of Stock
A beautiful album from Lorez Alexanderia – one of her two excellent sessions for Impulse! The record was cut after Lorez recorded some great sides for the Argo label – and it works off the strength of those sides, taking her unique vocal approach, forged in R&B, but smoothed by ... read more CD
Also available Alexandria The Great ... LP 11.99(Out of print.)
Lorez Alexandria —
Alexandria The Great/Impulse/MCA, 1964/1965. Used ... Out Of Stock
Fantastic work by the great Lorez Alexandria – a 2-in-1 CD that brings together both of her rare albums for the Impulse label! Lorez The Great was recorded after Lorez cut some great sides for the Argo label in the early 60s – and it works off the strength of those sides, taking her ... read more CD
Lorez Alexandria —
Deep Roots (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Universal (Japan), 1962. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of the greatest records ever recorded by vocalist Lorez Alexandria – and a perfect summation of her rich talents as a singer! Backing is by a small Chicago trio that includes John Young on piano, Vernel Fournier on drums, and George Eskridge on bass – but the arrangements of the ... read more CD
(Out of print, 2001 Japanese pressing. Please note this copy is missing the insert, cover has some wear.)
Lorez Alexandria —
Early in the Morning/Argo/Phoenix (Spain), 1960/1962. Used ... Out Of Stock
Two albums by one of the greatest jazz vocalists of all time! Early In The Morning is a very hip affair – recorded with the Ramsey Lewis Trio backing her up on one side, and a group led by Frank Foster on another – both playing in a tight soul jazz mode that works perfectly for Lorez's ... read more CD
Argo/Dusty Groove, 1963. Used ... $11.99
One of the greatest albums ever from Lorez Alexandria – an ultra-hip singer who recorded for Impulse and King, but who sounds especially wonderful on this rare date for Chess Records! The album's got a groove that definitely lives up to its title – a jazzy, bouncy sort of rhythm that's ... read more CD
(Still sealed, barcode has a cutout hole.)
Lorez Alexandria —
I'll Never Stop Loving You ... CD Muse, 1992. Used ... Out Of Stock
A beautiful later set from Lorez Alexandria – produced by Houston Person, and put together with a sensitivity that really stands out! Although Lorez always sparkles on tunes that swing, she really rises to the occasion even more here on the ballads – really gentle tunes that are taken ... read more CD
King, Late 50s. Used ... $3.99
A classic album from one of our favorite jazz singers ever – a set that really set a whole new standard for a generation! Even at this early stage, Lorez Alexandria was an amazingly accomplished vocalist – as you'll hear on this excellent selection of tunes from the Lester Young ... read more CD
Muse, 1990. Used ... $11.99
With Houston Person on tenor saxophone. CD
(Out of print, cutout notch through spine.)
CBS/Sony (Japan), 1987. Used ... $19.99
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(Out of print.)
Lorez Alexandria —
On King 1957-1959 Plus Her 1954-1956 Blue Lake & Chess Recording ... CD Fresh Sound, 1950s. Used 2 CD ... Out Of Stock
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Lorez Alexandria —
Singing Songs Everyone Knows ... CD King, 1960. Used ... $6.99
Perhaps one of the straightest albums that Lorez ever cut – but still pretty darn great! She's got a unique voice that's capable of being fairly smooth and mainstream, yet still manages to hit these wonderful soulful passages that transform any kind of material and makes it her own. That's ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Lorez Alexandria —
Star Eyes ... CD Muse, 1993. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Always-great work from singer Lorez Alexandria – still sounding wonderful, even at this late date! Her presentation's a bit earthier than before, but no less poised than on earlier sessions – with the same sense of space and timing that's always made her one of our favorite jazz ... read more CD
(Still sealed!)
Lorez Alexandria —
What Is This Thing Called Love (2 CD set) ... CD Jasmine (UK), Late 50s/Early 60s. Used 2CD ... Out Of Stock
Includes the albums The Band Swings – Lorez Sings, Singing Songs Everyone Knows, Lorez Alexandria & The Ramsey Lewis Trio – Early In The Morning, and Sing No Sad Songs For Me. CD
Redwood/Celeste (Japan), 1981. Used ... $9.99 14.99
The second album by this excellent all-female San Francisco jazz combo – a live date that's even more cooking than their debut! As before, there's a sweetly breezy style to the record – that hip SF sound of the 70s – with echoes of Braziliana and soul amidst the group's jazzier ... read more CD
(2000 Japanese pressing – includes obi!)
Ernestine Allen —
Let It Roll ... CD Tru Sound, Early 60s. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Tasty R&B material, recorded on Prestige's short-lived Tru-Sound subsidiary. Ernestine had some earlier fame under the name Anisteen Allen, and this record's got a similar sound to her late 40s work – with lots of smoky vocals, touched by a warm jazz sensibility that gives the material a ... (Soul, Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Jackie Allen —
Which? ... CD Naxos, 1999. Used ... Out Of Stock
Features Red Holloway on tenor sax and Gary Foster on alto, plus arrangements by Bill Cunliffe, who plays piano on the record. CD
Mose Allison —
American Legend – Live In California ... CD Ibis, 2006/2015. Used ... Just Sold Out!
An intimate trio date from the late, great Mose Allison – recorded in 2006 but not released until 2015. Tracks include "City Home", "Lucky So & So", "Numbers On Paper", "My Backyard", "One Of These Days", and "You Can Count On ... read more CD
Mose Allison —
Autumn Song ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1959. Used ... Out Of Stock
Mose Allison's last album for Prestige Records – before moving onto even bigger fame at Columbia and Atlantic during the 60s! Unlike Allison's later sets, this one is mostly instrumental – but there are a few sweet vocal tracks that bring out the hip, rootsy lyrical modes that would ... read more CD
Mose Allison —
Best Of Mose Allison ... CD Atlantic, Late 60s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Groovy 20 track "best of" CD compiling tracks from his Atlantic recordings of the late 60's and early 70's, with loads of his usual cool hipster jazz vocals and New Orleans piano playing. Cuts include "Seventh Son", "Swingin' Machine", "Your Mind Is On ... read more CD
Prestige/OJC, 1958. Used ... $5.99
Like many other 70s reissues in the Prestige/Milestone/fantasy family, this set compiles 2 early albums by Mose. Unlike a lot of his later material, this set's mostly instrumental, though he does get in some vocals on about a third of the tracks. The album features some great work by Allison's ... read more CD
(Out of print, small cutout hole through case.)
Mose Allison —
Earth Wants You ... CD Blue Note, 1994. Used ... Out Of Stock
Produced by Ben Sidran and featuring Paul Motian on drums, John Scofield on guitar, Joe Lovano on alto, Randy Brecker on trumpet, and Ray Mantilla on conga! CD
Mose Allison —
Ever Since The World Ended ... CD Blue Note, 1987. Used ... $7.99
Beautiful later work from Mose Allison – still completely charming and totally on top of his game! The set includes the fantastic title track – plus "Gettin There", "Tai Chi Life", "What's Your Movie", "I'm Alive", and "Top Forty". ... read more CD
Mose Allison —
Gimcracks & Gewgaws ... CD Blue Note, 1998. Used ... Out Of Stock
Produced by Ben Sidran and featuring Paul Motian on drums. CD
Prestige/OJC, Late 50s. Used ... $1.99
Great early classics – including "Seventh Son", "Eyesight To The Blind", "Parchman Farm", and lots more! CD
Mose Allison —
I Don't Worry About A Thing ... CD Atlantic/Rhino, 1962. Used ... Out Of Stock
Early Atlantic Records work from the great Mose Allison – easily one of the most unique jazz artists of his time! Most started out as a pianist with a nicely bluesy vibe, but soon added in this excellent vocal approach that was maybe part New Orleans, part New York hipster – delivered ... read more CD
Mose Allison —
Jazz Profile – Mose Allison ... CD Blue Note, Late 80s/Early 90s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Tracks include "Putting Up With Me", "Ever Since I Stole The Blues", "My Backyard", "Ever Since The World Ended", and "I Looked In The Mirror" – 14 tracks total. CD
Blue Note, 2000. Used ... $3.99
Features Mose Allison on piano and vocals, Roy Babbington on bass, and Mark Taylor on drums. CD
(Out of print and sealed with a thin cutout through the spine.)
Blue Note, 2000. Used ... $5.99
Produced by Ben Sidran with Jim Mullen on guitar, Roy Babbington on bass, and Mark Taylor on drums. CD
(BMG Direct pressing.)
Mose Allison —
Ramblin' With Mose ... CD Prestige, 1958. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A pivotal album for Mose Allison – and one of the first records to ever feature his voice, even if only on one track! During the 50s, Allison was mostly known for his work as a bop-styled pianist – on records by Stan Getz and others – but at the end of the decade, he really ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Laurie Allyn —
Paradise ... CD Mode/VSOP, 1957. Used ... Out Of Stock
Brilliant work by a singer we know little about – but who really sparkles on this session! Singer Laurie Allyn was making something of a name for herself on the Chicago scene of the mid 50s when she was courted by Mode Records, and brought to LA for this rare studio session – but ... read more CD
Karrin Allyson —
Ballads – Remembering John Coltrane ... CD Concord, 2000. Used ... Out Of Stock
With James Williams on piano, John Patitucci on bass, Lewis Nash on drums, Bob Berg and James Carter on tenor sax, and Steve Wilson on soprano sax. CD
Karrin Allyson —
Footprints ... CD Concord, 2006. Used ... Out Of Stock
Features Bruce Barth on piano and special guest Frank Wess on tenor sax and flute. CD
Karrin Allyson —
In Blue ... CD Concord, 2002. Used ... Out Of Stock
Features Steve Wilson on saxophones and Mulgrew Miller on piano and Fender Rhodes. CD
(Cover has light wear. Mark through barcode, disc has a promo stamp.)
AM 4 —
And She Answered ... CD ECM (Germany), 1989. Used ... Out Of Stock
Ernestine Anderson —
Big City ... CD Concord, 1983. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Ernestine Anderson at the height of her powers – caught during a very successful run at Concord Records, where she was easily one of the hippest things going down at the time! The group here is a trio, and very tight – Hank Jones on piano, Monty Budwig on bass, and Jeff Hamilton on ... read more CD
Also available Big City ... LP 2.99(Out of print.)
Ernestine Anderson —
Ernestine Anderson – The Toast Of The Nation's Critics ... CD Mercury, 1958. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of Ernestine's early albums for Mercury – a bit unsure as to its direction: soul jazz, straight ballad vocals, or a bit of vocalese jazz – but that's kind of what makes it interesting! Pete Rugolo conducts the group on the session – and he also contributed the original tune ... read more CD
Ernestine Anderson —
Never Make Your Move Too Soon ... CD Concord, 1980. Used ... Out Of Stock
A key moment in the career of vocalist Ernestine Anderson – a record that not only returned her to the public eye after a flurry of initial sides in the late 50s and early 60s, but which also finally helped Anderson find a sound that worked! The album's done with backing by the Monty ... read more CD
Ernestine Anderson —
When The Sun Goes Down ... CD Concord, 1985. Used ... Out Of Stock
A great cooker from the glory days of Ernestine Anderson on Concord Records – a time when the singer was rediscovered, and revamped in a bit of a bluesy mode – reaching a wide new audience at the time! Her vocals really shine at this point in her career, as she lets loose with a bit ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Concord (Japan), 1985. Used ... $4.99 6.99
A great cooker from the glory days of Ernestine Anderson on Concord Records – a time when the singer was rediscovered, and revamped in a bit of a bluesy mode – reaching a wide new audience at the time! Her vocals really shine at this point in her career, as she lets loose with a bit ... read more CD
Also available When The Sun Goes Down ... LP 4.99(Out of print.)
Ivie Anderson —
I Got It Good & That Ain't Bad! – With The Duke & Beyond ... CD Jasmine, Late 30s/1940s. Used ... Out Of Stock
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Marian Anderson —
Marian Anderson Beyond The Music – Her Complete RCA Victor Recordings (15CD & book) ... CD RCA/Sony, 1920s/1930s/1940s/1950s/1960s. Used 15CD/Book ... Out Of Stock
Includes 15 CDs – spirituals, lieder, opera excerpts and arias, her Christmas album, and more – all packaged in a beautiful, 228-page coffee book! CD
(In great shape!)
Ellen Andersson Quartet —
I'll Be Seeing You ... CD Prophone (Sweden), 2016. Used ... Out Of Stock
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Ernie Andrews —
No Regrets ... CD 32 Jazz, 1992. Used ... $2.99
Features Junior Mance on piano and Houston Person on tenor sax. CD
(Mark through barcode.)
Andrews Sisters —
Rarities ... CD MCA, Late 1930s/1940s. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
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(Out of print.)
Paul Anka —
Story Of Paul Anka Vol 1 ... CD Canadian Artists (Canada), Late 50s. Used ... Out Of Stock
31 songs. CD
Justin Time (Canada), 2004. Used ... $3.99
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(Tray card has a small cutout hole, disc label has a bit of marker.)
Harold Arlen/Columbia, 1966. Used ... Out Of Stock
From the cover, the "Friend" is Barbara Streisand – working here on a few tracks, all of which are arranged by Peter Matz! CD
(Out of print, punch through barcode.)
Louis Armstrong —
Best Of The Decca Years Vol 1 – The Singer ... CD Decca/MCA, Late 30s/Mid 50s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Louis Armstrong —
I've Got The World On A String/Verve, Late 50s. Used 2 CDs ... Out Of Stock
Two excellent vocal albums that Louis cut for Verve – some of the best of his career, and both graced with amazing arrangements by Russ Garcia! The sound's a lot purer than some of the pop vocal albums that Louis cut for other labels, like Decca – and he both sings and plays trumpet on ... (Jazz, Vocalists) read more CD
Verve, 1957. Used ... $9.99
Verve, 1958. Used ... $4.99
Louis Armstrong —
Louis Armstrong & His Friends (First Editions Series – with bonus tracks) ... CD RCA/BMG, 1970. Used ... Out Of Stock
Louis Armstrong hits the Flying Dutchman label – and unlocks a whole new spiritual side of his talents – a mode that's quite different than some of his crossover pop of the 60s! The style here has a bit of righteous elements in the lyrics, and lots of spiritual jazz in the backings ... (Jazz, Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print, digipak case has some wear and a cutout through the spine.)
Verve, Mid 50s. Used ... $11.99
Louis Armstrong —
Satchmo Serenades (with bonus tracks) ... CD Decca/MCA (Japan), 1953. Used ... Out Of Stock
Louis Armstrong & Oscar Peterson —
Louis Armstrong Meets Oscar Peterson ... CD Verve, 1957. Used ... Out Of Stock
Gentle-going genius from the later years of Satchmo's career – a session that has Louis on trumpet and vocals, backed by the Oscar Peterson Trio! Peterson's usual group with Herb Ellis and Ray Brown is expanded slightly for this outing – bringing in Louis Bellson on drums to syncopate ... (Jazz, Vocalists) read more CD
(US pressing.)
Louis Armstrong & Oscar Peterson —
Louis Armstrong Meets Oscar Peterson (Verve master edition) ... CD Verve, 1957. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Gentle-going genius from the later years of Satchmo's career – a session that has Louis on trumpet and vocals, backed by the Oscar Peterson Trio! Peterson's usual group with Herb Ellis and Ray Brown is expanded slightly for this outing – bringing in Louis Bellson on drums to syncopate ... (Jazz, Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print Verve Masters Edition, in the tri-fold digipack.)
Verve/DRG, 1952. Used 2 CDs ... $9.99
A really amazing set of recordings – vocal sessions done by Fred Astaire in the later season of his career – recorded in the studio with intimate backing by a Verve group that includes Oscar Peterson, Barney Kessel, Charlie Shavers, and Flip Phillips! The material features lovely new ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Fred Astaire —
Let's Face The Music & Dance ... CD ASV (UK), Late 30s/Early 40s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Tracks include "Cheek To Cheek", "Top Hat, White Tie, and Tails", "Slap That Bass", "A Fine Romance", and "Nice Work If You Can Get It" – 27 tracks total. CD
Fred Astaire —
Starring Fred Astaire ... CD Columbia, 1930s. Used 2CD ... Out Of Stock
An excellent collection – 54 tracks from the prime early years of Fred Astaire, plus a great set of notes! CD
Alice Babs —
Serenading Duke Ellington ... CD Prophone (Sweden), 1975/1977. Used ... Out Of Stock
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Alice Babs & Duke Ellington —
Serenade To Sweden ... CD Reprise/Real Gone, 1963. Used ... Out Of Stock
A beautiful and rare recording – both for singer Alice Babs, and Duke Ellington himself! The session was cut in Paris in 1963 – and it's a moody, intimate album that features Duke backing up Alice with arrangements that are quieter and more subtle than those used with most other ... read more CD
Mildred Bailey —
All Of Me – The Complete Majestic/Definitive (Spain), 1940s. Used ... Out Of Stock
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Mildred Bailey —
Blue Angel Years 1945 to 1947 ... CD Baldwin Street Music (Canada), Late 40s. Used ... Out Of Stock
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Mildred Bailey —
Mildred Bailey Sings Me & The Blues ... CD Savoy/Atlantic, Late 40s. Used ... Out Of Stock
We know it's hard to think of anyone named Mildred as hip, but take it from us, the lady's actually a great singer with a deep capacity for jazzy blues and mellow R&B. These rare Savoy sides were cut during the years 1946 and 1947, and they feature great backing by pianist Ellis Larkin on ... read more CD
Also available Mildred Bailey Sings Me & The Blues ... LP 33.99(Out of print. Includes Savoy obi!)
Mildred Bailey —
Mrs Swing (4CD box set) ... CD Proper (UK), 1930s/Early 40s. Used 4 CDs ... Out Of Stock
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Mildred Bailey —
Rockin' Chair – The Legendary V Disc Masters ... CD Vintage Jazz Classics, 1940s. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
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(Out of print.)
Mildred Bailey —
Rockin' Chair Lady – 1931 to 1950 ... CD Decca, 1930s/1940s. Used ... $3.99
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(Mark through barcode, booklet has a clear promo sticker.)
Pearl Bailey —
Pearl Bailey Sings Porgy & Bess & Other Gershwin Melodies ... CD Collectors Choice, 1959. Used ... Out Of Stock
A really wonderful take on Porgy & Bess and other Gershwin standards by Pearl Bailey – there's just something about her naturally rich, bluesy, husky tone on these tunes that's simply wonderful! The backing is often well measured, but, occasionally a bigger sound and chorus vocals kick ... read more CD
Pearl Bailey —
Sings Songs For Adults Only/EMI/Roulette (UK), 1957/1960. Used ... Out Of Stock
Not as "adult" as you might think – at least given the way the word is used today – but pretty great work by Pearl nonetheless! The tunes themselves are a bit "blue" in terms of subject matter – tales of girls with hot pants, loose love, and the kind of ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Chet Baker —
Baby Breeze ... CD Verve, 1964. Used ... Out Of Stock
A really cool 60s session from the great Chet Baker – one that moves away from the standard sound of his 50s work, and shows that unusual sense of careful sonic energy that would mark his further development over the decades! Chet's got a great sound here – blowing flugelhorn instead ... (Jazz, Vocalists) read more CD
Chet Baker —
Baby Breeze (Japanese pressing) ... CD EmArcy (Japan), 1964. Used ... Out Of Stock
A really cool 60s session from the great Chet Baker – one that moves away from the standard sound of his 50s work, and shows that unusual sense of careful sonic energy that would mark his further development over the decades! Chet's got a great sound here – blowing flugelhorn instead ... (Jazz, Vocalists) read more CD
Chet Baker —
It Could Happen To You – Chet Baker Sings ... CD Riverside/OJC, 1958. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of Chet Baker's most classic albums of the 50s – a record that features both vocals and strong trumpet solos – all from a time when Baker was one of the hottest things going in jazz! The album's different from records from previous years, in that it moves Baker from LA to New York ... (Jazz, Vocalists) read more CD
Also available (Out of print.)
It Could Happen To You – Chet Baker Sings ... LP 23.99
It Could Happen To You – Chet Baker Sings ... CD 4.99
Riverside/OJC, 1958. Used ... $4.99
One of Chet Baker's most classic albums of the 50s – a record that features both vocals and strong trumpet solos – all from a time when Baker was one of the hottest things going in jazz! The album's different from records from previous years, in that it moves Baker from LA to New York ... (Jazz, Vocalists) read more CD
Also available It Could Happen To You – Chet Baker Sings ... LP 23.99(Out of print.)
Chet Baker —
Let's Get Lost – Best Of Chet Baker Sings ... CD Capitol/Pacific Jazz, Mid 50s. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Chet Baker —
My Funny Valentine ... CD Pacific Jazz, Mid 50s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Chet Baker —
Singin' In The Midnight ... CD Polydor (Japan), 1986. Used ... $22.99
