Chet Baker, "Most Important Jazz Album"

[Bol]

Could someone tell me on how many tracks Baker sings? I like his trumpet playing, but not his singing. I would like to have this information before I decide to buy this new re-issue. Thanks in advance.

[P.D.]

There are 10 tracks in total

Baker sings on three

Walkin.. which only features his trumpet in the opening chorus.. no solo

What Possessed me

Ann Wonderful One

The singing is closer to the PJ sides, not great but not as bad as the later " attempts" at vocals

[Brad]

I bought this and his singing takes a little getting used to. If you skip those tracks, it's not a bad album. Some good playing by Phil Urso and Hal Galper. Unless you're a Chet fan, I wouldn't put this at the top of my list but it's good listen. Hope that's not too wishy-washy.

[Bol]

Very helpful. Many thanks.

[kdd]

Actually this is one of my favorite Chet records along with Baby Breeze. Similar band on both and one of his strongest, I could do without the vocals on these though.