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Reminiscing

Elaine Dame

Label: Self Produced
Released: 2025
Duration: 46.80
Views: 824

Tracks

Tell Me Something Good; Use Me; Reminiscing; Wish You Were Here; Sing Child; Nothing Seems to Matter; Midnight at the Oasis; Last Dance; Love Will Find a Way

Personnel

Additional Personnel / Information

ELAINE DAME: flute (Reminiscing) and vocals; CHRIS MADSEN: co-arranger, tenor and soprano saxophone (Wish You Were Here, Sing Child, Nothing Seems to Matter, and Love Will Find a Way); TOM VAITSAS: piano, organ (Love Will Find a Way) Fender Rhodes (Reminiscing); SAM PETERS: stand up bass; JON DEITEMYER: drums; VICTOR GARCIA: trumpet (Tell Me Something Good); ART DAVIS: trumpet (Reminiscing); NEAL ALGER: guitar (Use Me and Reminiscing); ALYSSA ALLGOOD: harmony vocals (Sing Child); CHRISTY BENNETT: harmony vocals (Sing Child)

Album Description

Reminiscing, Dame’s third recording, marks an exciting departure from traditional vocal jazz, breathing new life into the genre with innovative arrangements that pay homage to the diverse musical landscape of the 1970s, creating a sonic tapestry that is both familiar and refreshingly original. Reminiscing is a bold testament to the versatility of jazz as a genre. By reinterpreting iconic tracks such as Bill Withers' "Use Me," Donna Summer's "Last Dance," and Pink Floyd's "Wish You Were Here," the album navigates a variety of musical styles, from soul to disco to rock. This fusion allows listeners to experience these classic songs in a new context, highlighting the emotional depth and storytelling inherent in jazz. Reminiscing also invites listeners to reflect on the concept of nostalgia itself. By revisiting songs that hold significant cultural weight, the album challenges us to consider how music shapes our memories and experiences. The 1970s were a transformative period in music history, characterized by experimentation and a blending of genres. This album captures that spirit, encouraging listeners to dive in for a unique and memorable musical encounter.

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