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Red Earth

Dee Dee Bridgewater · 2007

69 min · 13 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz and African rhythms brought to life by Bridgewater's powerful vocals.

Red Earth is an album by Dee Dee Bridgewater, released in 2007. A vibrant fusion of jazz and African rhythms brought to life by Bridgewater's powerful vocals. 'Red Earth' is notable for its celebration of African heritage and influences, receiving critical acclaim for its innovative blend of genres. The album highlights Bridgewater's ability to bridge cultures, earning a Grammy nomination for Best Jazz Vocal Album and solidifying her role as a prominent voice in contemporary jazz. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Red Earth sound like?

A vibrant fusion of jazz and African rhythms brought to life by Bridgewater's powerful vocals. Rooted in jazz.

What makes Red Earth by Dee Dee Bridgewater notable?

'Red Earth' is notable for its celebration of African heritage and influences, receiving critical acclaim for its innovative blend of genres. The album highlights Bridgewater's ability to bridge cultures, earning a Grammy nomination for Best Jazz Vocal Album and solidifying her role as a prominent voice in contemporary jazz. When 'Red Earth' was released in 2007, Dee Dee Bridgewater was already an established artist, recognized for her contributions to jazz. This album marked a significant moment as it showcased her return to roots music, following her previous explorations of theatrical and jazz standards. Bridgewater's work on this album reflects both her artistic maturity and her commitment to cultural storytelling.

How many songs are on Red Earth?

Red Earth has 13 tracks, running approximately 69 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·69:42

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Afro Blue Standout 5:11
  • 2 Bad Spirits (Bani) 5:48
  • 3 Dee Dee 2:56
  • 4 Mama Don't Ever Go Away 5:39
  • 5 Long Time Ago 6:47
  • 6 Children Go 'round (Demissenw) 6:05
  • 7 Griots (Sakhodougou) Standout 6:03
  • 8 On My Love (Djarabi) 6:03
  • 9 Four Women Standout 5:23
  • 10 No More (Bambo) 4:45
  • 11 Red Earth (Massane Cisse) 5:16
  • 12 Meanwhile 4:24
  • 13 Compared to What 5:22

Release Date

April 17, 2007

Genre

jazz

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

69 min 42 sec