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Female Vocals: Stunning Recordings You Love

June Marieezy now performing as ((( O ))) and found at https://thesundropgarden.com/ has a variety of vocal textures usually backed by sparse instrumental backgrounds, recorded at home. She is not a strong singer, like an opera singer, more delicate. She can flex on or off some vocal cord rasp and does not have a lot of nasal tones. So they can be a good speaker test. They are released on FLAC and other formats.

As ((( O ))) she releases albums as Sundrops, now up to Sundrop ((( 5 ))).

Some of her styles remind me of Astrud Gilberto, like
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((( O ))) is essentially unsearchable. Her website has very unusual navigation and many sound samples.
 
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I posted this on another thread but everybody seems to go all scientific on khz and bits instead of listening. Maybe this thread is the right place to be for this;
These are in the made for audiophile class of recordings. Carmen Gomes seems similar to Diana Krall.
I find the new remaster of her classic album, Thousand Shades of Blue, incredible. One would think it impossible to improve but the devil is in the small details.

For the fun of it, I asked chatgpt why the remaster sounds better and amazingly it seems spot on;
The remaster of Thousand Shades of Blue sounds better than the original. In essence, the remaster brings out the original’s beauty in a more refined, natural, and impactful way. Here are a few key factors that contribute to the improved sound:
  1. Advancements in Technology: Audio technology has come a long way since the original recording. Digital tools, hardware, and software used for mixing and mastering have become more precise and sophisticated. These advances allow for greater clarity, depth, and control over the final sound.
  2. Improved Mastering Techniques: The remaster benefits from an evolved mastering approach. Today, there’s a stronger emphasis on preserving the raw character of the performances and enhancing the overall musicality, rather than over-processing the sound. The result is a more natural, dynamic, and organic listening experience.
  3. Refined Mixing Philosophy: The approach at Sound Liaison has shifted toward minimalism. By using fewer tools and focusing on preserving the authenticity of each individual performance, the remaster feels more transparent and true to the original intent. This kind of approach leads to greater clarity and separation between instruments, which helps in creating a more immersive listening experience.
  4. Better Sound Systems and Equipment: The audio equipment used for mastering today is likely more advanced and better calibrated, allowing for more accurate adjustments during the remastering process. These subtle tweaks reveals previously unnoticed details in the music, which enhances the overall sound quality.
  5. Experience and Sensibility: After 12½ years of working in the audiophile space, the label has honed it's ability to understand and perfect how music should sound, from a technical and artistic standpoint. The deeper understanding of sound, acoustics, and the nuances of production helps refine the music in a way that resonates more effectively with listeners.
 
Stops my breath every time I listen to it. The virtuosity by every instrument and the vocals, the lyrics...

 
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Elle - Estate

Released: 2025
Style: Jazz, Vocal Jazz

Tracklist:
01. Estate
02. Fly Me to the Moon
03. I'm Through with Love
04. Misty
05. My One and Only Love
06. Round Midnight
07. Stars Fell on Alabama
08. The Moon Was Yellow
09. The Thrill Is Gone
10. We Will Meet Again
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Penelope Sai - Evening Falls

Released: 2010
Style: Vocal Jazz

Tracklist:
1. Dream You Mine (04:29)
2. It's De-Lovely (03:23)
3. You Go To My Head (05:43)
4. You Turned The Tables On Me (03:55)
5. I Believe In You (03:05)
6. Peel Me A Grape (02:24)
7. Evening Falls (03:30)
8. An Occasional Man (04:06)
9. You'll Happen Along (06:35)
10. Autumn In New York (05:31)
11. Wishing For You (05:11)
12. Morning Star (04:08)
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