{"product_id":"carmen-mcrae-get-set-for-miss-jazz-1953-57-lp","title":"Carmen McRae - Get Set for Miss Jazz: 1953-57 (LP) PREORDER","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe collection features landmark early recordings that established her legacy, including her poignant interpretation of \"A Foggy Day\"\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cp\u003eCarmen McRae stands as one of the most influential and foundational vocalists in jazz history, renowned alongside figures like Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, and Sarah Vaughan. Celebrated for her masterfully behind-the-beat phrasing, sharp lyrical irony, and unparalleled storytelling ability, McRae was a true musician's singer who also possessed formidable skills as a jazz pianist. Her sophisticated, smoky contralto voice and distinct, worldly delivery allowed her to dissect a lyric with dramatic precision and emotional depth. Over a career that spanned five decades, McRae's singular vocal artistry earned her continuous critical acclaim, multiple Grammy nominations, and a permanent place in the pantheon of great American jazz icons. This essential 16-track vinyl compilation chronicles the definitive, foundational years of Carmen McRae's illustrious solo career. Spanning a pivotal five-year window from 1953 to 1957, this meticulously curated anthology beautifully captures her evolution from a prominent big-band singer and vibrant New York club performer into a major, chart-recognized solo jazz force. The collection features landmark early recordings that established her legacy, including her poignant interpretation of 'A Foggy Day' from 1953 and the high-energy title cut 'Get Set' from 1955. It showcases her peerless command of the Great American Songbook, bringing together stunning, sophisticated performances of classic standards such as 'Midnight Sun,' 'Yesterdays,' and the hauntingly complex 'Lush Life'. Complete with definitive renditions of 'My Funny Valentine' and 'Yardbird Suite,' this beautifully pressed retrospective offers an indispensable historical overview of an artist at the absolute peak of her early creative powers. It serves as a monumental addition for historical jazz preservationists, vinyl enthusiasts, and vocal jazz aficionados alike.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003ch2\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e        \u003cli\u003eA Foggy Day\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eIf I'm Lucky\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eGet Set\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eMidnight Sun\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eYesterdays\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eSpeak Low (When You Speak, Love)\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eI'll Remember April\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eI'm Putting All My Eggs In One Basket\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eYardbird Suite\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eYou Took Advantage Of Me\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eLush Life\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eI Can't Escape From You\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eMy Funny Valentine\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eNice Work If You Can Get It\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eEast of the Sun (And West of the Moon)\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eExactly Like You\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch2\u003eAdditional Details\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acrobat\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jazz\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRun Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 37 mins\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0       \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\/09\/26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 824046172121\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"TRAPEZE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48900993646841,"sku":"ACRSLP1721","price":17.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/4889\/files\/ACRSLP1721.jpg?v=1787749213","url":"https:\/\/mvdshop.com\/products\/carmen-mcrae-get-set-for-miss-jazz-1953-57-lp","provider":"MVD Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}