A tribute album, Joe Jackson's The Duke features the critically acclaimed singer/songwriter interpreting classic songs by legendary jazz pianist/bandleader Duke Ellington in Jackson's own unique way. Though a long avowed fan of Ellington, Jackson didn't want his tribute to follow the standard reverent approach, and instead, Jackson filters these timeless compositions through various unexpected rhythms, arrangements, and musical pairings. Besides helming these songs himself, also included are Jackson's duet with punk icon Iggy Pop on "It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)," a guest appearance by Dap-Kings leader Sharon Jones on "I Ain't Got Nothin' But the Blues/Do Nothin' Till You Hear from Me," and even various instrumentals.
Track Listing
1 Isfahan
2 Caravan
3 I'm Beginning to See the Light/Take the "A" Train
4 Mood Indigo *
5 Rockin' in Rhythm
6 I Ain't Got Nothin' But the Blues/Do Nothin' Till You Hear from Me
7 I Got It Bad (and That Ain't Good)
8 Perdido/Satin Doll
9 Mooche/Black and Tan Fantasy
10 It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)
Label Razor & Tie
Orig Year 2012
Discs 1
Release Date Jun 26, 2012
Studio/Live Studio
This is a nice surprise.
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