A collection of starkly beautiful original compositions and artful covers, "Things You Leave Behind" finds Bakken in intimate, stripped-down settings. The album captures a palpable sense of vulnerability and quiet reflection.
- The album was recorded in Berlin with producer Martin Steinfeld. It features guest appearances from Lars Danielsson on cello and Wolfgang Haffner on drums. Bacharach's "Don't Make the World Go Away" is one of the album's artful covers.
- While not charting in major territories, the album received strong reviews from jazz critics in Germany and Scandinavia. It was released on the prestigious OKeh label, known for its jazz roster.
- Bakken wrote or co-wrote all of the original material on the album. The title track, "Things You Leave Behind," is a poignant reflection on memory and loss.
Rebekka Bakken is a Norwegian jazz singer and songwriter known for her powerful voice and interpretive depth. This 2018 release arrived mid-career, following a series of well-received albums that had solidified her place in the European jazz scene.
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