Ghost Song
Cécile McLorin Salvant · 2022
46 min · 12 tracks · jazz · vocal jazz
A haunting blend of jazz and contemporary storytelling, steeped in rich emotional depth and introspective lyricism.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- haunting emotional explorations introspective late-night listening gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released on March 4, 2022, 'Ghost Song' is Cécile McLorin Salvant's fifth studio album, following her Grammy-winning project 'For One to Love' in 2016. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her reputation as a leading voice in jazz, known for her innovative interpretations and original compositions. This album showcases her artistic evolution with a more experimental and narrative-driven approach.
- If you like
- jazz, vocal jazz
Ghost Song is an album by Cécile McLorin Salvant, released in 2022. A haunting blend of jazz and contemporary storytelling, steeped in rich emotional depth and introspective lyricism. 'Ghost Song' received critical acclaim, with several publications highlighting its lyrical complexity and emotional resonance. It debuted at number one on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart, underscoring Salvant’s significant impact on the genre and positioning her as a vital contemporary artist. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ghost Song sound like?
A haunting blend of jazz and contemporary storytelling, steeped in rich emotional depth and introspective lyricism. Rooted in jazz and vocal jazz.
What makes Ghost Song by Cécile McLorin Salvant notable?
'Ghost Song' received critical acclaim, with several publications highlighting its lyrical complexity and emotional resonance. It debuted at number one on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart, underscoring Salvant’s significant impact on the genre and positioning her as a vital contemporary artist. Released on March 4, 2022, 'Ghost Song' is Cécile McLorin Salvant's fifth studio album, following her Grammy-winning project 'For One to Love' in 2016. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her reputation as a leading voice in jazz, known for her innovative interpretations and original compositions. This album showcases her artistic evolution with a more experimental and narrative-driven approach.
Who is Ghost Song for?
Ghost Song works well if you're into haunting emotional explorations, introspective late-night listening and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Ghost Song?
Ghost Song has 12 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wuthering Heights 2:44
- 2 Optimistic Voices / No Love Dying Standout 7:24
- 3 Ghost Song Standout 3:23
- 4 Obligation 1:33
- 5 Until Standout 6:32
- 6 I Lost My Mind 3:41
- 7 Moon Song 3:05
- 8 Trail Mix 2:24
- 9 The World Is Mean 4:48
- 10 Dead Poplar 2:36
- 11 Thunderclouds 3:37
- 12 Unquiet Grave 4:21
Release Date
March 4, 2022
Artist Origin
France
Runtime
46 min 8 sec
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