Ella Fitzgerald - Like Someone In Love

 

Acoustic Sounds Series reissues from Verve/Universal Music Enterprises!

Monthly releases highlighting the world's most historic and best jazz records!

Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original analog tape

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Series supervised by Chad Kassem CEO of Acoustic Sounds

An essential entry in the First Lady of Song's discography, Like Someone In Love showcases Ella Fitzgerald at her most understated and romantic. Recorded in late 1957 and released by Verve, the album moves away from the sprawling, big-band fireworks of her famous Songbook series, favoring instead a delicate, acoustic ensemble layout framed by Frank DeVol's subtle orchestral arrangements.

DeVol's lush string sections and gentle woodwinds provide a soft, velvet canvas, allowing Fitzgerald's vocal instrument to take complete center stage. The record unfolds seamlessly across timeless jazz standards, highlighted by standout interpretations of "What Will I Tell My Heart," "Midnight Sun," and the dreamy title track itself. Rather than leaning on her legendary high-tempo scatting, Fitzgerald leans into emotional restraint, demonstrating immaculate breath control, subtle vibrato, and a warm, velvety tone that makes every lyric feel like a private confession.

Like Someone In Love remains a quintessential vocal jazz classic — a masterclass in poise and nuance, ideal for late-night listening and for anyone seeking to explore the quieter, more tender depths of Ella Fitzgerald's unmatched artistry.

 

Side A

1. There's a Lull in My Life

2. More Than You Know

3. What Will I Tell My Heart

4. I Never Had a Chance

5. Close Your Eyes

6. We'll Be Together Again

7. Then I'll Be Tired of You

8. Like Someone in Love

Side B

1. Midnight Sun

2. I Thought About You

3. You're Blase

4. Night Wind

5. What's New

6. Hurry Home

7. How Long Has This Been Going On

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