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Linda Ronstadt With Nelson Riddle & His Orchestra* – Lush Life (used)
Linda Ronstadt With Nelson Riddle & His Orchestra* – Lush Life (used)
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Linda Ronstadt With Nelson Riddle & His Orchestra* – Lush Life
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Linda Ronstadt album "Lush Life" with Nelson Riddle & His Orchestra:- About the album: "Lush Life," released in November 1984, is the second album in Linda Ronstadt's trilogy of jazz albums with Nelson Riddle & His Orchestra. It features Ronstadt interpreting classic jazz and pop standards.
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Release Information:
- Release Date: November 1984.
- Label: Asylum Records.
- Recorded: August 24 – October 5, 1984, at The Complex in Los Angeles.
- Genre: Jazz big band, traditional pop lounge.
- Formats: LP, CD, Cassette.
- Tracklist: The album contains 12 songs. The tracklist can be found in the referenced web documents.
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Chart Performance:
- The album reached number 13 on the Billboard 200 and number 8 on the Billboard jazz chart.
- It was certified platinum by the RIAA.
- Awards: "Lush Life" received two Grammy nominations, winning for Best Album Package. Nelson Riddle won a posthumous Grammy for Best Instrumental Arrangement Accompanying A Vocal for the title track.
- Album Cover: The album cover was designed by John Kosh.
- Availability: "Lush Life" is available on vinyl and CD.
- Critical Reception: Reviewers noted that Ronstadt appeared more confident on this album. Criticisms varied regarding the arrangements, with some finding them enjoyable and others considering them "cheesy". The album includes a mix of tempos and features material from artists like Duke Ellington and Hoagy Carmichael.
"Lush Life" highlights Linda Ronstadt's successful venture into traditional pop music with the arrangements of Nelson Riddle. It is considered a significant album in her career due to its musical direction and commercial success.
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