Crate Digging with Jazz Is Dead: Episode 3 1. Billie Holiday - Lady in Satin (1958) 2. Oscar Peterson & Harry “Sweets” Edison - Oscar Peterson & Harry Edison (1974) 3. Gato Barbieri - Fenix (1971) What’s your favorite record in your collection?

#BillieHoliday - Lady in Satin (1958) ”Lady in Satin” is Billie’s penultimate album recorded and released in her lifetime. Her vocal range on this record was drastically different and had taken on a raspy and delicate texture from her years of alcohol and drug use.

During its initial release the record received mixed reviews from critics and her producer, #RayEllis was even unhappy with her vocal performance when listening back to her takes. It wasn’t until hearing the final mix that he realized how marvelous her performance was.

2. Oscar Peterson & Harry “Sweets” Edison - Oscar Peterson & Harry Edison (1974) Produced by #NormanGanz on the Pablo label, this duet is an adventure in jazz and improvisation via two of the most talented musicians in their respective instruments.

Showcasing their chemistry and fluidity throughout, this record is a must-have for your #jazz collection.

3. Gato Barbieri - Fenix (1971) Fenix is a rhythmic, free jazz album by #Argentinian saxophonist #GatoBarbieri. The record features performances by #CosmicJazz legend #LonnieListonSmith on the keys, #RonCarter on the bass…

#JoeBeck on the electric guitar, #LennyWhite on the drums, and more! The opening track “Tupac Amaru” is titled after the last monarch of the Inca empire as a node to his South American roots!