This 2015 compilation offers a career-spanning overview of Marlene Dietrich's musical output, demonstrating her lasting impact on jazz and world music.
- The album was released on November 27, 2015, by Deutsche Grammophon.
- This release falls under the jazz and world music genres.
- The compilation was released decades after Dietrich's death in 1992.
Marlene Dietrich was a German-born singer and actress who became a global star after her role in the 1930 film The Blue Angel. She is best known for her glamorous persona and torch songs. Dietrich was a cultural icon in the mid-20th century, and her career spanned over six decades. She was a versatile performer, equally at home on screen and on stage, and her distinctive voice and commanding presence made her one of the most recognizable entertainers of her time. In the later part of her career, she focused primarily on her singing performances, often accompanied by. By the time of this 2015 compilation, Dietrich had been deceased for over two decades. Nevertheless, her legacy continued to be celebrated through reissues and compilations of her work. This release arrived decades after her death, indicating her enduring appeal.
