album · March 6, 1968

The Sound of Silence

Rhino AtlanticSee this day
jazzrhythm and blues

This 1968 album captures Carmen McRae in a period of mature artistry, delivering interpretations of contemporary pop and soul material through her distinctive jazz lens. It marked a departure from her earlier, more traditional jazz repertoire.

Carmen McRae was an influential jazz singer known for her impeccable phrasing and sophisticated interpretations. At the time of this album's release, she was a seasoned performer solidifying her reputation as one of the great vocalists of her generation.

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