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Turned to Blue
Nancy Wilson
Turned to Blue
Genres: Jazz, Pop
 
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Turned To Blue is a classic representation of Nancy Wilson showcasing the full spectrum of experiences that come with a five decade career in entertainment. The legendary songstress delivers a story through ballads as ...  more »

     
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All Artists: Nancy Wilson
Title: Turned to Blue
Members Wishing: 0
Total Copies: 0
Label: Mcg Jazz
Original Release Date: 1/1/2006
Re-Release Date: 8/22/2006
Genres: Jazz, Pop
Styles: Vocal Jazz, Adult Contemporary, Vocal Pop
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPCs: 612262102226, 0612262102226

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Turned To Blue is a classic representation of Nancy Wilson showcasing the full spectrum of experiences that come with a five decade career in entertainment. The legendary songstress delivers a story through ballads as only she can, premieres unparalleled treatments of new songs and swings with a big band harking back to her days with Cannonball Adderley and the Billy May Orchestra. There is something for everyone on Turned To Blue. Set for worldwide release on August 22, 2006, on the MCG Jazz label, this collection of songs tells a story that portrays our basic nature to love so deeply, despite the inevitable human struggle with loveÂ?s power. Wilson illustrates the many expressions of love, ranging from powerful lost love to hopeful yearning for new love, as depicted through new arrangements of the 1940s classics Â"Be My Love,Â" Â"IÂ?ll Be Seeing YouÂ" and Â"This Is All I Ask.Â" The hard driving, swinging big band songs Â? Â"Take Love Easy,Â" Â"Taking A Chance On Love,Â" and Â"Old FolksÂ" Â? reflect the lighter side of love. The title track, Â"Turned To Blue,Â" is a musical version of Â"My Life Has Turned To Blue,Â" a poem by Dr. Maya Angelou, former Poet Laureate for the United States.

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MISS WILSON NEVER MISSES
G. Davidson | San Francisco, CA | 08/25/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)

"Miss Wilson is my favorite singer -- there are no exceptions -- so if you're looking for critical words you can stop right here. On this album she puts her unique style and charm to several new tunes (my favorite is "Knitting Class") but most stellar is her version of "Taking a Chance on Love," on which she makes the most of her lower register (which has always been stellar and wonderful). This song, and some others on recent CDs, are from the "old school," as if Miss Wilson FINALLY decided to sing some of the stand-bys, as if clearing up some old "to do" lists. We are the beneficiaries. I'm grateful she continues to record, but I miss very much her live performances."
Time to Retire
Bill Shea | San Jose, CA United States | 12/09/2006
(2 out of 5 stars)

"As an ardent fan of Nancy Wilson for 43 years, I've always looked forward to each of her new recordings. As noted elsewhere on this site, I feel her Grammy winning RSVP was probably her best recording ever. Period. Turned to Blue? I'm amazed at how much her voice has deteriotated in just three years. Time to hang up the vocal chords, Nancy."
Class of Her Own
J.D. Hearne | 09/04/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)

"Another bouquet of haunting tunes -- Nancy remains in a class by herself. What she does with every line and measure and nuance is something quite special. She is simply the best in the business."