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1.1 Marlene on the Wall1.2 Luka1.3 'So How Many People Are Here from out of Town?'1.4 New York Is a Woman1.5 'This Next Song Takes Place on 59th Street...'1.6 Frank and Eva1.7 'So I Myself Came to New York City When I Was 2 ½ Years Old'1.8 Gypsy1.9 Freeze Tag1.10 Pornographer's Dream1.11 'This Next Song Is Called New York Is My Destination'1.12 New York Is My Destination1.13 'The First Time I Saw Lou Reed...'1.14 Walk on the Wild Side1.15 Ludlow Street1.16 Cracking1.17 'And Now We've Got a Song About Those Times...'1.18 Some Journey1.19 'I'm Gonna Close with This Song...'1.20 Tom's Diner1.21 'Would You Like Another One?'1.22 Anniversary1.23 Tombstone1.24 Thin Man |
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English (eng) |
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| Extra-Infos: |
.. Songs And Stories |
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| Description: | An Evening of New York Songs and Stories is an album by Suzanne Vega, released in 2020. An Evening of New York Songs and Stories includes a.o. the following tracks: â??Marlene On The Wallâ?, â??'so How Many People Are Here From Out Of Town?'â?, â??Freeze Tagâ?, â??Pornographer's Dreamâ? and more.
The pop album is available in the following configurations:
- CD
- 2-LP
- .. SONGS AND STORIESVinyl LP pressing. 2020 live release. On An Evening of New York Songs and Stories, Vega revisits some of the most iconic songs in her repertoire as well as more hidden gems in a stunning live recording on which she is backed by longtime guitarist, Gerry Leonard, bassist Jeff Allen and keyboardist Jamie Edwards. Recorded at New York City's famed Café Carlyle in early 2019, An Evening of New York Songs and Stories includes both familiar songs like "Luka" and "Tom's Diner" and deep cuts from her catalogue like "Frank and Ava" and "Ludlow Street". The mix of repertoire also features "New York Is My Destination" from Lover, Beloved: Songs from an Evening with Carson McCullers, Vega's one woman play about the Southern gothic novelist Carson McCullers, and a cover of her late friend Lou Reed's "Walk on the Wild Side.""An Evening of New York Songs and Stories" on LP presents Suzanne Vega in an intimate live setting that celebrates the spirit, poetry, and contradictions of New York City. Recorded with a small, finely tuned band, the album weaves together some of Vega's most beloved songs and carefully chosen narrative pieces into a cohesive night of music and storytelling. The performance highlights her clear, understated voice, finely crafted lyrics, and the subtle arrangements that have made her one of the most respected singer-songwriters of her generation. Classic tracks from different phases of her career are revisited with a mature, atmospheric warmth that suits the LP format perfectly and makes this record ideal for attentive listening from start to finish.
Thematically, the album circles around New York as a place of dreams, solitude, encounters, and quiet observation. Vega's songs, often rooted in specific streets, apartments, and characters, gain extra resonance in this curated live context, where spoken introductions and the ambience of the room add depth and intimacy. The sound is detailed yet relaxed, with enough space for guitar lines, subtle percussion, and gentle keyboard textures to unfold, inviting listeners into a late-night club atmosphere in the heart of the city.
Suzanne Vega is widely recognized as a pioneering voice of the contemporary folk and singer-songwriter movement since the mid-1980s. Internationally known for songs such as "Luka" and "Tom's Diner," she has built a career on literate, narrative songwriting and a distinctive, calm vocal style. Her work has influenced countless artists across folk, pop, and alternative music, and several of her recordings have become touchstones of modern acoustic production and songwriting craft. Over the decades, she has maintained a reputation for artistic integrity, lyrical depth, and a strong connection to her New York roots, which this LP captures with particular clarity.
The LP is released by Sony Music/Essential Music, part of the global Sony music family, one of the most established and influential music companies in the world. Known for a broad, high-quality catalogue that spans classic albums, contemporary releases, and carefully curated reissues, Sony Music works with artists across virtually every genre and era. The Essential imprint focuses on presenting important works in attractive, listener-oriented editions, often with special attention to sound quality and presentation. With "An Evening of New York Songs and Stories," Sony Music/Essential Music offers a thoughtfully produced vinyl release that honors both the intimacy of Suzanne Vega's performance and the enduring appeal of her songwriting. |
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| Cover: |
12" vinyl sleeve-jacket |
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| No. of tracks: |
24 |
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| Manufacturer No.: |
71129752631 |
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