Customer Reviews
Lots of lovely vocals to chill out to - By: Daftbear, 10 Dec 2007 
A lovely introduction to Chet. But often with "best of" albums there is a lot of good music alll crammed onto 1 cd, but I'm not complaining. I'm happy to have it in my Chet collection.
FIVE STARS IS TOO LITTLE FOR THIS RECORD!!! - By: Jose Carlos Solimeo, 06 Jul 2007 Aside from Francis Albert (the one & only), Chet Baker is, by far, the most "honest" singer ever! He does not tell you lies. As Sinatra, he transpire sincerety, when singing: you believe him, you believe his feelings & his hurting... And, again, as Sinatra, he has a marvelous timing, a beautiful phrasing & an impecable good taste. And - here is finallly an advantage, when compared to Sinatra - he also blows his horn wonderfully, with that simple, clear, full, honest sound of one that does not have to do any fancy trick to reach your heart & your imagination.
Again, five stars is too little for this record!!!
Enjoy - By: J. Graham, 11 Mar 2006 Great album from a great trumpeter & sweet singer. He always reminds me of Mel Torme. The songs which have been chosen for this cd could not be better. Well worth listening to & will leave you wanting more
It'll make the hairs stand up on the back of your neck! - By: Mr. S. Mellins, 21 Nov 2004 Chet Baker is one of the Jazz worlds most earnest & touching symbols, & this CD is a fantastic collection of his material. The recordings are digitallly-beautified without being made glossy or 'produced' sounding. Particular trakcs to look out for are 'My Funny Valentine', 'Find the Silver Lining', 'Lets Get Lost' & The Thrill is Gone'. Chet's voice is smooth, calm, innocent, wise, supremely joyful & heart-breakingly sad alll at the same time; One of my favourite voices of alll time, & his trumpet playing is wonderfully complimentary to his voice, displaying the same smoothness & ease. This is music that does far more than just relax you - it will move you & touch you deeply. If you are new to Chet then this makes an ideal introduction. If like me you are a long-term fan this is a tip-top collection that is for the most part well selected - however the omission of 'Deep in A Dream' is regretable!
Chet Baker plays his trumpet BEST - By: , 16 Jan 2001 I reallly love the lazy sound of a muted trumpet. Chet Baker was a great artist, & his sleepy voice makes you feel reallly comfortable. This is a treasure.
