I remember buying this album the year it debuted and how I played it until I almost wore the grooves out. I used to be able to sing this song so flawlessly. My pipes can't quite do it anymore, but when I want to remenisce, I just go put this album on and transport back to that moment. Yep. I STILL have this album in my collection along with most of the Rufus ft. Chaka Khan and all of her solo albums as well. Great classic stuff that never gets old.
On of my all time FAV Chaka Khan songs! Chaka has a way of turning a phrase like Billie that makes it uniquely her own rendition. Not to mention her voice is like a musical instrument. I STILL have and STILL play this Album! It just never get's old.
One of my favorite vinyl LP’s of all times. I dedicate Echoes Of An Era to my granddaughter. Born months early into the Swiftie #ERA; and in the Swiftie NICU. #MuchLove: AAJW! ❤
I love all the positive comments here. And Willie Jordan I really have to tag on to what you said. Yes Chaka does fall on the great lists of artists such as Billie, Ella, and Sarah and the other greats. Let the haters hate but we all know that Chaka is one of the greatest. And like one of the commenters mentioned they did this album in a couple of takes. That is pure and organic vocals from Chaka. The whole band was great and just took her under their wings. Chaka also made history with this album. In 1984 Chaka was nominated for 5 Grammy awards. 2 were from her eponymous Chaka Khan album, 2 I believe were with Rufus and 1 for the Echoes of an Era album. She won 3 Grammys that year 1 with Rufus for Ain’t Nobody, 2 for her Chaka Khan album. The Echoes of an Era didn’t win but to be nominated right off the bat with a pure straight up jazz album for the first time for her is incredible. Look at the company she was nominated with in the jazz category. We are really talking about some big time heavy jazz hitters. They even complimented Chaka big time on her feat. Also I think the Grammys really gave her respect of her doing jazz altogether with the Echoes of an Era nomination though it didn’t win like I said but she won for a jazz song and that was for best vocal arrangement for 2 or more voices for Be Bop Melody on her Chaka Khan album. So it all came back around to her lovely. So let the haters hate because we the true Chaka fans know the real deal.
I've just put up Sarah Vaughan's, Carmen McRae's and Chaka Khan's version / arrangement of this song on my Smooth Jazz Sunday FB spot...I enjoy hearing the different interpretations of certain songs. Thank you for the upload, TheCmelmoneyman. Blessings...
2020: My very first exposure to Ms. Khan's singing jazz was hearing I'LL BE AROUND and DON'T GO TO STRANGERS . . . I had slept on this one . . . thanks for posting!
I really love this album. I wish it had done more back when it was released so that perhaps Ms. Khan would have felt encouraged to record more songs in this genre. I believe that she could be one of the all-time greats in this vein. Along with people like Billie, Ella, Sassy and Carmen.
I want to see Ms. Khan at the Universal Amphitheater in the 70s, and her magical performances are forever in my heart. Absolutely beyond compare, the BEST vocalist I have EVER heard. Thank you so much, Ms.Khan.
In the great tradition of singers who could sing R&B and Jazz with equal alacrity.. Dinah Washington, Aretha, Natalie Cole...and right after Chaka comes Ledisi. Complete singers...So called fans who aren't intersted in hearing Chaka sing jazz are tragically the losers
Two of my favorite performers, Chick and Chaka performing my favorite piece. But neither brought anything special to it for me, pretty below average rendition. Their ability and artistry was superb but the song is really lack luster.
Sorry Chaka Khan, this sucks, your Sarah Vaughan imitation isn't working. There's only one of each of you, stick to who you are you're both great in your own world
You're right it would suck if it were a Sarah Vaughan imitation. But since it's not...I'll take it. As a fan I would be saddened if Chaka limited herself to "her own world". I'm hoping she does more of this in her later years. By the way, Betty Carter agrees with me. I know this because she told me so when I met her at the Blue Note in NYC. We were both there to see Chaka do a jazz set...I'm sure glad that happened.
I remember buying this album the year it debuted and how I played it until I almost wore the grooves out. I used to be able to sing this song so flawlessly. My pipes can't quite do it anymore, but when I want to remenisce, I just go put this album on and transport back to that moment. Yep. I STILL have this album in my collection along with most of the Rufus ft. Chaka Khan and all of her solo albums as well. Great classic stuff that never gets old.
On of my all time FAV Chaka Khan songs! Chaka has a way of turning a phrase like Billie that makes it uniquely her own rendition. Not to mention her voice is like a musical instrument. I STILL have and STILL play this Album! It just never get's old.
One of my favorite vinyl LP’s of all times. I dedicate Echoes Of An Era to my granddaughter. Born months early into the Swiftie #ERA; and in the Swiftie NICU. #MuchLove: AAJW! ❤
This is gorgeous! She sounds like a horn. Superb jazz vocals here!
Absolutely love this version of this well-written and deep song. it brings to life the emotions of the story of the song.
I love all the positive comments here. And Willie Jordan I really have to tag on to what you said. Yes Chaka does fall on the great lists of artists such as Billie, Ella, and Sarah and the other greats. Let the haters hate but we all know that Chaka is one of the greatest. And like one of the commenters mentioned they did this album in a couple of takes. That is pure and organic vocals from Chaka. The whole band was great and just took her under their wings. Chaka also made history with this album. In 1984 Chaka was nominated for 5 Grammy awards. 2 were from her eponymous Chaka Khan album, 2 I believe were with Rufus and 1 for the Echoes of an Era album. She won 3 Grammys that year 1 with Rufus for Ain’t Nobody, 2 for her Chaka Khan album. The Echoes of an Era didn’t win but to be nominated right off the bat with a pure straight up jazz album for the first time for her is incredible. Look at the company she was nominated with in the jazz category. We are really talking about some big time heavy jazz hitters. They even complimented Chaka big time on her feat. Also I think the Grammys really gave her respect of her doing jazz altogether with the Echoes of an Era nomination though it didn’t win like I said but she won for a jazz song and that was for best vocal arrangement for 2 or more voices for Be Bop Melody on her Chaka Khan album. So it all came back around to her lovely. So let the haters hate because we the true Chaka fans know the real deal.
Well stated Bruce !!!
...i love this post! Decided to listen to this track before checking out her Tiny Desk concert! TFS
I've just put up Sarah Vaughan's, Carmen McRae's and Chaka Khan's version / arrangement of this song on my Smooth Jazz Sunday FB spot...I enjoy hearing the different interpretations of certain songs. Thank you for the upload, TheCmelmoneyman. Blessings...
The album was recorded in two sessions and all the arrangements are by Chick. Chick really knows how to support and play behind a vocalist.
2020: My very first exposure to Ms. Khan's singing jazz was hearing I'LL BE AROUND and DON'T GO TO STRANGERS . . . I had slept on this one . . . thanks for posting!
There was a time in the mid to late eighties when recordings like this ,especially vocal performances was just so perfectly in sync with the times.
I really love this album. I wish it had done more back when it was released so that perhaps Ms. Khan would have felt encouraged to record more songs in this genre. I believe that she could be one of the all-time greats in this vein. Along with people like Billie, Ella, Sassy and Carmen.
it is an awesome album
I agree but she is bruh !!!
She IS a vocal wonder & this performance is lovely. Chaka choosing this style over FUNK? I don't see it.
Beautiful sound... like poetry itself... as refreshin as a fountain. Love Chaka's pipes.
Very few singers can pull off this tune that is undoubtedly one of the most technically chalenging jazz tunes ever.chaka khan is no exception.
This was all an one take recording-even at the end where it sounds like Chaka Khan's voice seem to crack...it was perfect!
I want to see Ms. Khan at the Universal Amphitheater in the 70s, and her magical performances are forever in my heart. Absolutely beyond compare, the BEST vocalist I have EVER heard. Thank you so much, Ms.Khan.
Wonders Never Cease! Awesome Artwork from Virtuoso Collabo!
No trolls here. Refreshing, no? Up there with my favorite Abbey Lincoln material. Wholly Earth.
no words, just LOVE
Como un ángel
you r brilliant great statement..
Questa e' la versione che preferisco tra le tante di questo capolavoro della song di un era meravigliosa.
I got this album loved it
Very nice ❤️
A classic.
i Read that Chaka listen to this tune once before recording it Ella's version , Thats all she needed #pro
this is owned by Betty Carter by Chaka borrowed it lovely....my second favorite version
And Ella. And Carmen.
+deepkeel65 I'll take Irene kral over all of them on this song. just my opinion but you ought to check it out.
I actually met Betty Carter at the Blue Note in NYC. We were both there to see Chaka do a jazz set. She's was a big fan!!
@@johnnybajone9994 Her voice is fabulous, but her phrasing is, well,....
Chick Corea a genius.
the entire album
This is her first love musically
absolutley devine
Incredible take, Also check out Doug Carne " Infant Eye's" f/ Jean Carne.
these are two of my fav's.
Have to learn this for an assignment 😮😅
i love her sound but she's taking so many breaths in the middle of phrases i can't understand the line of the lyrics at all
In the great tradition of singers who could sing R&B and Jazz with equal alacrity..
Dinah Washington, Aretha, Natalie Cole...and right after Chaka comes Ledisi. Complete singers...So called fans who aren't intersted in hearing Chaka sing jazz are tragically the losers
feelin like a horse that never left the post
I think you came up with a good comment, but after hearing it again, it simply isn't true.
Yesss, thank you, someone finally agrees with me. I just never took off the runway for me.
Two of my favorite performers, Chick and Chaka performing my favorite piece. But neither brought anything special to it for me, pretty below average rendition. Their ability and artistry was superb but the song is really lack luster.
Consider,this was done organic unpolished in two days no retakes no enhancing tech!!! Awesome!!! I respect your take on it though. Peace!!!
I appreciate the effort, but it can't beat Ella though..
Imagine Ella singing Ain't Nobody?
@@AmericanTruth1 LOL!
Die Frau kann nicht singen.
Sorry Chaka Khan, this sucks, your Sarah Vaughan imitation isn't working. There's only one of each of you, stick to who you are you're both great in your own world
You're right it would suck if it were a Sarah Vaughan imitation. But since it's not...I'll take it. As a fan I would be saddened if Chaka limited herself to "her own world". I'm hoping she does more of this in her later years. By the way, Betty Carter agrees with me. I know this because she told me so when I met her at the Blue Note in NYC. We were both there to see Chaka do a jazz set...I'm sure glad that happened.
Chaka has always demonstrated jazz chops. Real musicians know it... look at the roster on this album.
If you knew jazz, LOL, you would know this is a Chaka doing Chaka. Sarah Vaughn imitation?? LOL..you embarass yourself.