Chet Baker - Chet Baker Sings - Hybrid Mono SACD

2026. Limited Edition Hybrid SACD (Dual-Layer). Japanese pressing.

Over the years, several albums entitled “Chet Baker Sings” have been released, but this record, originally released by Pacific Jazz, is the original and, in all likelihood, the best release! The program includes a series of famous standards, interpreted by Chet Baker's inimitable voice and sparkling trumpet – accompanied by two different quartets. Through his minimalist approach to singing and his ability to express emotion through subtle nuances, Baker opened up new possibilities for the expressiveness of jazz singing, and “Chet Baker Sings” became a symbol of this new intimacy.

Esoteric's reissue of music masterpieces has attracted a great deal of attention worldwide. The uncompromising commitment to restoring and remastering the original tapes, as well as the use of Hybrid Super Audio CD technology to enhance sound quality, makes all Esoteric releases a must-have for all music lovers.

MUSICIANS

Chet Baker: vocals, trumpet
Russ Freeman: piano, celesta
James ‘Jimmy’ Bond: double bass (1-6)
Carson Smith: double bass (7-14)
Peter Littman: drums (1, 2, 5)
Lawrence Marable: drums (3, 4, 6)
Bob Neel: drums (7-14)
 

Tracks:

1. That Old Feeling

2. It's Always You

3. Like Someone In Love

4. My Ideal

5. I've Never Been In Love Before

6. My Buddy

7. But Not For Me

8. Time After Time

9. I Get Along Without You Very Well

10. My Funny Valentine

11. There Will Never Be Another You

12. The Thrill Is Gone

13. I Fall In Love Too Easily

14. Look For The Silver Lining

Recorded on:

- July 23 (1, 2, 5), 30 (3, 4, 6) 1956 at the Forum Theatre, Los Angeles, California, USA
- February 15 1954 (7 - 11, 13, 14) at the Capitol Studios, Hollywood, California, USA
- October 27 1953 (12) at Radio Recorders, Los Angeles, California, USA