Don't Get Scared The Complete Singles

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"Don't Get Scared - The Complete Singles" is the definitive portrait of King Pleasure, the singer who transformed bebop improvisation into narrative songs. This CD, covering recordings made between 1952 and 1962, brings together all his singles, from the essential classic "Moody's Mood for Love" - the record that propelled vocalese from trendy clubs to the top of the national charts - to later gems drawn from the solos of Charlie Parker, Lester Young, Stan Getz and many others. Pleasure surrounds himself with an exceptional lineup, including Blossom Dearie, Betty Carter, Jon Hendricks, Eddie Jefferson, J.J. Johnson, Kai Winding and Quincy Jones, thus immortalizing a golden decade of modern jazz in the studio. Carefully remastered and accompanied by liner notes, this collection traces the evolution of a voice that is both gentle and intimate, capable of powerful swing while remaining strikingly natural. Whether accompanied by small groups, vocal ensembles or prestigious lineups, King Pleasure's phrasing, spirit and emotional clarity shine through on every track. Far more than a mere historical overview, "Don't Get Scared" powerfully reminds us why King Pleasure remains one of the most influential - and most endearing - figures in the history of jazz singing.