What a Difference a Day Made - Deborah Cox, Adams, Stanley
Misery - Deborah Cox, Howard, Louis
Baby, You've Got What It Takes - Deborah Cox, Otis, Clyde
This Bitter Earth - Deborah Cox, Otis, Clyde
Squeeze Me - Deborah Cox, Waller, Fats
New Blowtop Blues - Deborah Cox, Feather, Jane
Blue Skies - Deborah Cox, Berlin, Irving
I Don't Hurt Anymore - Deborah Cox, Robertson, Donald [
Smoke Gets in Your Eyes - Deborah Cox, Harbach, Otto
September in the Rain - Deborah Cox, Dubin, Al
Look to the Rainbow - Deborah Cox, Harburg, E.Y.
Platinum-selling recording artist Deborah Cox reinterprets the classic songs of Dinah Washington on her Decca debut, Destination Moon. Destination Moon thrusts the R&B/dance diva into whole new territory, showcasing... more » her range and scope as an artist capable of tackling jazz, blues and "big-band" with ease and confidence. Deborah Cox's first exposure to Washington came very early, when she was a little girl. "I first became aware of Dinah when I was growing up, when I was about 8 or 9 years old" she says. "A lot of jazz was played about the house. I heard my mother playing a 45 of "This Bitter Earth" -- this first song I had ever heard from Dinah. It was the richness and the tonality of her voice that I gravitated to." For the arrangements and the production, Deborah turned to the highly-versatile New York-based music man Rob Mounsey, whose credits with such diverse performers include Paul Simon, Steely Dan, Aretha Franklin and Tony Bennett to name a few. The record was made live in the studio, with 40 musicians in the same room with her, playing and singing in real time under Mounsey's direction. "I'm doing this to broaden people's awareness of what I can do and also for the sheer love of her music." As a result, Deborah's homage to Dinah Washington does not lean overwhelmingly toward one particular style. It was designed from the beginning to be a compendium of several of Dinah's idioms - the big-band swing of "All Of Me" and "Destination Moon," swaggering R&B ("I Don't Hurt Anymore)," the blues that earned her the misleading nickname "Queen of the Blues" ("Misery," "New Blowtop Blues"), the lush ballads that put her on the jukeboxes of Middle America ("What A Diff'rence A Day Made," "This Bitter Earth").« less
Platinum-selling recording artist Deborah Cox reinterprets the classic songs of Dinah Washington on her Decca debut, Destination Moon. Destination Moon thrusts the R&B/dance diva into whole new territory, showcasing her range and scope as an artist capable of tackling jazz, blues and "big-band" with ease and confidence. Deborah Cox's first exposure to Washington came very early, when she was a little girl. "I first became aware of Dinah when I was growing up, when I was about 8 or 9 years old" she says. "A lot of jazz was played about the house. I heard my mother playing a 45 of "This Bitter Earth" -- this first song I had ever heard from Dinah. It was the richness and the tonality of her voice that I gravitated to." For the arrangements and the production, Deborah turned to the highly-versatile New York-based music man Rob Mounsey, whose credits with such diverse performers include Paul Simon, Steely Dan, Aretha Franklin and Tony Bennett to name a few. The record was made live in the studio, with 40 musicians in the same room with her, playing and singing in real time under Mounsey's direction. "I'm doing this to broaden people's awareness of what I can do and also for the sheer love of her music." As a result, Deborah's homage to Dinah Washington does not lean overwhelmingly toward one particular style. It was designed from the beginning to be a compendium of several of Dinah's idioms - the big-band swing of "All Of Me" and "Destination Moon," swaggering R&B ("I Don't Hurt Anymore)," the blues that earned her the misleading nickname "Queen of the Blues" ("Misery," "New Blowtop Blues"), the lush ballads that put her on the jukeboxes of Middle America ("What A Diff'rence A Day Made," "This Bitter Earth").
"When most people think of Deborah Cox, they immediately think of the diva of club anthems (Absolutely Not, Nobody's Supposed To Be Here, Something Happened On The Way To Heaven)--the woman with a voice that makes you want to dance all night long. When I first learned of Destination Moon, I had my reservations. Then, once I'd heard some track clips that were posted on her official website, I knew I was going to love this cd. Sure enough, Deborah Cox breathes new life into the songs (some classics, some not) of the legendary Dinah Washington. Her voice is so pure and rich, the songs so soothing--I imagine (or, rather, would like to think) that her (Ms. Cox) legions of younger fans will look deeper into the discography of the great Ms. Washington, and discover for themselves an entirely different style of music which was--and still is--jazz at its best.
Kudos to the incredible Deborah Cox. This cd has found a permanent place in my ipod. (Favourite tracks include the title track, Destination Moon, and the hauntingly beautiful Smoke Gets In Your Eyes.)"
This is one of the top CD of this Year!!!
Gregory Ashe | bowling green, ohio United States | 06/20/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This CD is Amazing!!! Deborah Cox vocals are outstanding! I was very surprised to hear that she had a new CD release. They should be promoting this album like crazy. At first i heard that this was a throwback album so i wasn't sure how to take this but i went and purchased it anyway and i'm amazed at her depth of talent. Her Phrasing is just perfect and the live instrument just add to the excitement of the music. I would have to say that this is the top album released this year as a tribute.
Also check out Amel Larrieux new CD its the same kind of music. I love it!
Enjoy and reccomend!"
I Want More!
Boston Jim | Carlsbad, CA United States | 05/29/2009
(4 out of 5 stars)
"I had never heard of Deborah Cox until a local radio station started playing her September in the Rain. I really enjoyed it and her voice is a little reminiscent of Billie Holliday on that song. I think Ms. Cox does a great job on this CD and her voice rivals and surpasses many of the current "jazz singers". I hope she will consider recording more of the old standards on future CDs."
Over the "Moon"
David Cady | Jersey City, NJ USA | 04/01/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I'm always a little skeptical when pop singers attempt to transform themselves into jazz artists. Personally, I cringe when I hear Barry Manilow and Rod Stewart mangle standards (and bringing nothing new to the process). But add Deborah Cox to the list of those who've handled this particular crossover with great success. Like Natalie Cole and Queen Latifah before her, Cox seems to have born to interpret this material. With her smoky, sexy tone, she brings energy, edge and a distinctive vocal style to some of the great Dinah Washington's best known hits. But unlike other embalmed examples of the genre -- are you listening, Bette Midler? -- this is a tribute album that actually feels like a celebration. In short, Ms. Cox has done herself -- and, more importantly, Ms. Washington -- proud."
Deborah Cox, Another Great Singer
Ricardo | Lompoc, Ca United States | 11/19/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I bought Destination Moon by Deborah Cox and I was totally blown away. I love her dance tunes, but I also love big band jazz classics,I think she is a fantastic vocalist so I was anxious to hear her interpretation of these great classic tunes. She did not disappoint. I love Dinah Washington, Sarah Vaughan, Ella, Billie and so many more. Just when you think the great ones are no more you discover another one to step up to the plate. Thank you Deborah Cox you are carrying the torch. Another great singer that I hope to listen to for years to come. I hope to see you in concert one day. I don't care what "music critics" say, I go by what moves me and Deborah you have moved me in a whole new way. Thanks for stepping outside the box and giving us another stroke of your genius. Please continue to grow and record more great music. I would buy anything you record, because I am convinced you can't disappoint. Don't let them fence you in, you have too much to offer. Beautiful music by a beautiful lady."