Etta James: The Montreux Years - Etta James 2LP
Etta James: The Montreux Years is a treasure trove of timeless classics, powerful and electrifying performances, and raw, soaring vocals by one of the greatest ever female vocalists. The collection, featuring recordings from James’ Montreux Jazz Festival concerts in 1977, 1978, 1989, 1990 and 1993, encapsulates and reflects Etta’s dynamic artistry and long-lasting impact. Spanning performances from across three decades, this record offers deeply personal and intimate snapshots into James’ acclaimed musical journey, highlights and phenomenal career.
From one of Etta James’ earliest successes, the infectious and endlessly elegant Something’s Got A Hold On Me, a medley that consists of At Last, Trust In Me and Sunday Kind of Love, which is a fusion of highlights from the early 60s, to the raw and emotional I’d Rather Go Blind and soulful horn-driven Tell Mama, this collection has it all. It closes with Baby What You Want Me To Do, James’ homage to Jimmy Reed and the encore of her 1979 concert.
Etta James: The Montreux Years is a treasure trove of timeless classics, powerful and electrifying performances, and raw, soaring vocals by one of the greatest ever female vocalists. The collection, featuring recordings from James’ Montreux Jazz Festival concerts in 1977, 1978, 1989, 1990 and 1993, encapsulates and reflects Etta’s dynamic artistry and long-lasting impact. Spanning performances from across three decades, this record offers deeply personal and intimate snapshots into James’ acclaimed musical journey, highlights and phenomenal career.
From one of Etta James’ earliest successes, the infectious and endlessly elegant Something’s Got A Hold On Me, a medley that consists of At Last, Trust In Me and Sunday Kind of Love, which is a fusion of highlights from the early 60s, to the raw and emotional I’d Rather Go Blind and soulful horn-driven Tell Mama, this collection has it all. It closes with Baby What You Want Me To Do, James’ homage to Jimmy Reed and the encore of her 1979 concert.
Etta James: The Montreux Years is a treasure trove of timeless classics, powerful and electrifying performances, and raw, soaring vocals by one of the greatest ever female vocalists. The collection, featuring recordings from James’ Montreux Jazz Festival concerts in 1977, 1978, 1989, 1990 and 1993, encapsulates and reflects Etta’s dynamic artistry and long-lasting impact. Spanning performances from across three decades, this record offers deeply personal and intimate snapshots into James’ acclaimed musical journey, highlights and phenomenal career.
From one of Etta James’ earliest successes, the infectious and endlessly elegant Something’s Got A Hold On Me, a medley that consists of At Last, Trust In Me and Sunday Kind of Love, which is a fusion of highlights from the early 60s, to the raw and emotional I’d Rather Go Blind and soulful horn-driven Tell Mama, this collection has it all. It closes with Baby What You Want Me To Do, James’ homage to Jimmy Reed and the encore of her 1979 concert.
