Days Aweigh
Cassandra Wilson · 1987
42 min · 9 tracks · jazz
Cassandra Wilson blends jazz with haunting vocals and experimental textures, creating an atmospheric soundscape.
Days Aweigh is an album by Cassandra Wilson, released in 1987. Cassandra Wilson blends jazz with haunting vocals and experimental textures, creating an atmospheric soundscape. This album is significant for its innovative fusion of jazz with elements of blues and pop, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of vocal jazz. Although it did not chart extensively, it received positive critical reception for its artistic ambition, laying the groundwork for Wilson's future acclaim and influence in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Days Aweigh sound like?
Cassandra Wilson blends jazz with haunting vocals and experimental textures, creating an atmospheric soundscape. Rooted in jazz.
What makes Days Aweigh by Cassandra Wilson notable?
This album is significant for its innovative fusion of jazz with elements of blues and pop, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of vocal jazz. Although it did not chart extensively, it received positive critical reception for its artistic ambition, laying the groundwork for Wilson's future acclaim and influence in the genre. Days Aweigh is Cassandra Wilson's debut album, released in 1987 as she emerged from the New York jazz scene. At this point in her career, Wilson was transitioning from being a background vocalist to a leading figure in jazz, showcasing her unique blend of traditional and contemporary styles.
How many songs are on Days Aweigh?
Days Aweigh has 9 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Electromagnolia Standout 4:45
- 2 Let's Face the Music 2:31
- 3 Days Aweigh Standout 3:27
- 4 Subatomic Blues Standout 4:35
- 5 Apricots on Their Wings 5:49
- 6 If You Know How 5:08
- 7 You Belong to You 4:55
- 8 Some Other Time 5:12
- 9 Black and Yellow 5:38
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