Anita O'Day - Anita Sings The Most (1957/2019) [Official Digital Download 24/192]

„Anita O'Day recorded many rewarding albums in the 1950s when her voice was at its strongest, and this collaboration with the Oscar Peterson Quartet (comprised of pianist Peterson, guitarist Herb Ellis, bassist Ray Brown, and drummer John Poole) may very well be her best. Not only is the backup swinging, giving a Jazz at the Philharmonic feel to some of the songs, but O'Day proves that she could keep up with Peterson. "Them There Eyes" is taken successfully at a ridiculously fast tempo, yet the singer displays a great deal of warmth on such ballads as "We'll Be Together Again" and "Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered." While Peterson and Ellis have some solos, O'Day is never overshadowed (which is saying a lot) and is clearly inspired by their presence. The very brief playing time (just 33 minutes) is unfortunate on this set, but the high quality definitely makes up for the lack of quantity. A gem.“ (Scott Yanow, AMG)

Tracklist:
1. S Wonderful / They Can't Take That Away From Me 02:58
2. Tenderly 03:22
3. Old Devil Moon 02:55
4. Love Me Or Leave Me 02:34
5. We'll Be Together Again 03:42
6. Stella By Starlight 02:08
7. Taking A Chance On Love 02:24
8. Them There Eyes 02:39
9. I've Got The World On A String 04:00
10. You Turned The Tables On Me 03:42
11. Bewitched, Bothered And Bewildered 03:59

Personnel:
Anita O'Day, vocals
Oscar Peterson, piano
Herb Ellis, guitar
Ray Brown, double bass
John Poole, drums
Milt Holland, drums

Recorded January 31, 1957 at Universal Studios in Chicago
Produced by Norman Granz, Anita O'Day

Digitally remastered