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Debut album by the Dutch jazz singer. The album set a record in Emerald's native country, spending an unprecedented 29 weeks at #1. It features the songs 'Back It Up', 'A Night Like This', 'That Man', 'Stuck' and 'Riviera Life'.
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This album has spent longer at number one in the Dutch charts (27 non-consecutive weeks) than any other, and although that’s a bit like saying "Sneezy was the tallest of the Seven Dwarfs" it shouldn’t be taken lightly. Thriller only managed 26 weeks. It’s also the sort of album that could only have been taken seriously somewhere like Holland – big-band jazz and lounge, fronted by a vocalist channelling Jane Russell’s wardrobe. However, Deleted Scenes From the Cutting Room Floor is so thoroughly joyous and cleverly thought out it’s almost impossible not to be seduced by it.
Emerald is a conservatory trained jazz vocalist and it’s her consummate mastery of this specific skill allows her to hold her own against a fiery swing band, while focussing on interpreting the songs not just hitting the notes. These dozen songs ease their way around swing, mambo, rumba and lounge, as big rich vocals weave the kind of witty, intriguing stories sure to draw you into a world of loves lost, found and betrayed. The orchestrations, too, understand the styles to such a degree they can be subverted with subtle modern twists to stop this being a museum piece: the spectacular Absolutely Me is what Cab Calloway would have done if he’d ever had a drum machine; The Other Woman features the funkiest xylophone you’ll ever hear, mixed with the sort of electric guitar that ought to have its own 60s TV theme.
But while the arrangements add an almost cinematic setting to the narratives, this is all about the vocals. Numbers like Just One Dance and You Don’t Love Me are Basie-type big band pushing Emerald to fabulous heights, while Back It Up shows off a croon so smoky it could extinguish most modern torches. New Orleans-style syncopation causes no problems either as bounces through the quirky Dr Wanna Do and even a couple of thinner songs are brought back to life by singing of this quality.
Really, it’s not rocket science – good songs sung well makes a great album. Ultimately it’s a bit like their approach to football, city centre traffic and recreational drugs, one more example of how the Dutch seem to know something we don’t.
--Lloyd BradleyFind more music at the BBC This link will take you off Amazon in a new window
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156 of 159 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I took a risk on this album after I heard a snippet of "That Man" on the radio and loved the sound. I didn't regret it at all. It's a hugely enjoyable album with a 30s and 40s swing sound (and hints of the Andrews Sisters) combined with 2010 production. Caro Emerald is a really good singer and she gives very good material a real sparkle. There is an excellent brass section, a fine keyboard player and terrific rhythm sound from percussion, guitar and double bass, with the addition of a bit of synth and scratching. I'm not a fan of scratching at all, but it isn't obtrusive and works really well here. The overall effect is irresistible from smoky ballads to swing numbers you just can't sit still to.
This was a real departure for me, but I'm delighted that I've discovered it. If in doubt, my advice is to buy it - it's a classy, joyous treat.
This was a real departure for me, but I'm delighted that I've discovered it. If in doubt, my advice is to buy it - it's a classy, joyous treat.
25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By A. Conder
Format:Audio CD
Caro has found her own niche. Her sound is unique, her image is quirky and you do get that big band feeling. Well supported by her band, this album has many catchy tunes that you will be singing again and again.
If you get the chance to see her live, go for it. You will be entertained!
If you get the chance to see her live, go for it. You will be entertained!
79 of 83 people found the following review helpful
By A. Owen
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Having worked for a Dutch company for many years I have a great love of the country and its people. However, I've never thought of it as a source of great music, an opinion reinforced by Mouth & Macneal, the Vengaboys and others! This album deserves all its plaudits from other reviewers and it has been a delight to discover it and also a very lively Dutch music scene. My ear was first caught by 'A Night Like This' a really catchy jazz/pop tune. My research took me to You Tube where there are excellent videos of this and a number of other tracks from the album. I suggest you see and hear them for yourself. The big surprise was that 'Caro Emerald' is in fact Caroline Esmeralda van der Leeuw from Holland. Nothing wrong with that of course! Part of me hopes she gets a wider European and world success while part of me delights in surprising other people with her great music. If you've stumbled on this review you can buy the album and share a 'secret' musical gem - in the UK at least. She's extremely famous in the Netherlands!
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Marvellous
Great voice, great songs. Absolutely love her work. Truly original artist and music. I cannot say more than just great.
Published 2 hours ago by jane l ward
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Brilliant
Having not heard of Caro Emerald Before I was very pleasantly surprised when this arrived. I instantly pre ordered the Shocking Miss Emerald
Published 18 hours ago by Noggin
4.0 out of 5 stars
Saw her on BBC Radio 2 show WOW !!!
Excellent, shame on the TV networks for ignoring talent as good as this. Dont know what we pay the licence fee for.Crap shows like the VOICE. Read more
Published 23 hours ago by John B Adams
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now a fan !!!
came across this "unknown atrist" on bbc 301 by accident, and thought wow !!!, since then, i`ve reserched here through the internet and found this album, there isn`t one... Read more
Published 1 day ago by Mr. Philip Cook
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Beautiful, Sublime, Sensual... and then there the music
The seamless fusion of modern(ish) sounds with a great Jazz feel and a very stylish delivery. Vocally, Caro is not up there - BUT, as a package this is an excellent album. Read more
Published 2 days ago by Mr.L
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I discovered Caro Emerald on BBC Radio 2 and love the fusion of Jazz and big band sound she produces. Read more
Published 3 days ago by rt456gt
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Love it!
Different, energetic, upbeat, soulful, cool, hot! Made me want to dance, but I can't, so I didn't. Stirring stuff indeed!
Published 3 days ago by Parky
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Great Album - I think
I wonder if Amazon think I have nothing to do other than listen to Music! Download ' War and Peace' for kindle and five minutes later they ask you to rate it! Read more
Published 3 days ago by Martin
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Brilliant
First saw Caro on freeview red button from a radio concert and was very impressed.
So went ahead and invested.
So went ahead and invested.
Published 3 days ago by mibo
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wow what an cd
Heard Caro on radio and thought I must get the cd. I am not disappointed. If you like this type of night club music you will like this. Read more
Published 4 days ago by D. Langdon
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