Perfect Sunday morning albums

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May 6, 2025

Explore the perfect soundtracks for a lazy Sunday morning, from the calming melodies of Miles Davis to the nostalgic vibes of St. Germain. Discover how music enhances solitary moments and family gatherings alike. Personal anecdotes reveal how albums like 'The Expanding Universe' spark joy and reflection. Listen in on playful discussions about the emotions of various weekdays, and uncover the sentimental connections between culinary traditions and music. A delightful dive into the rhythms that shape our Sunday experiences!

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Childhood Sunday Music Ritual

Hazel Cills shared that Astrud Gilberto's album is a Sunday morning standard for her.
It connects to her childhood memories of music playing while her dad made pancakes.

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Reggae Eases Sunday Morning

Lars Gotrich listens to reggae, especially The Congos' Heart of the Congos, on Sunday mornings.
He finds it helps ease into the morning with cosmic, grounded textures.

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Alone Time for Peaceful Music

Robin Hilton treasures Sunday mornings alone to play peaceful music like Madredeus.
He sees it as a time to find peace before the family wakes up.

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O Espírito de Paz

Madredeus

O álbum 'O Espírito de Paz' do Madredeus é frequentemente associado a uma estética de tristeza requintada, com arranjos instrumentais ricos e vocais hipnóticos. Embora não seja um livro, trata-se de uma obra musical que inclui a trilha sonora do filme 'Lisbon Story' de Wim Wenders em trabalhos relacionados do grupo. As descrições destacam sua capacidade de criar atmosferas melancólicas e cativantes através da combinação única de guitarra portuguesa e vocalizações etéreas.

Piñata

Madlib

Freddie Gibbs

Piñata is a critically acclaimed hip-hop album by Freddie Gibbs and Madlib, released in 2014. Featuring 17 tracks, it merges Madlib's signature beats—crafted from funk, prog rock, and film soundtracks—with Gibbs' vivid narratives about urban life. The album includes guest appearances from Raekwon, Danny Brown, Scarface, and others, and is noted for its Blaxploitation-inspired themes and gritty storytelling.

Tourist

St. Germain

The book 'Tourist' by St. Germain appears in multiple listings but lacks detailed descriptions. It may relate to music (as suggested by an audio CD reference) or be a standalone literary work, though specifics about content, genre, or themes are unavailable.

The Astrud Gilberto Album

Astrud Gilberto

Released in 1965, 'The Astrud Gilberto Album' is a seminal work in the bossa nova genre, featuring Astrud Gilberto's distinctive vocals alongside Antônio Carlos Jobim on guitar and arrangements by Marty Paich. The album includes classic tracks like 'Once I Loved' and 'How Insensitive'.

Nina Simone Anthology

The Colpix Years

Nina Simone

This anthology features Nina Simone's work during her Colpix Records era, showcasing her evolution as a musician and activist. The collection includes biographical notes by David Nathan and highlights her early career as a classically trained pianist transitioning into jazz, blues, and protest music. While primarily a musical compilation, the accompanying materials provide insight into Simone's artistic development during this pivotal period.

Tears of Joy

Christauna Asay

Jack Rose

While specific details about 'Tears of Joy' are unavailable, Jack Rose's Goodreads profile shows 44 published works with an average 4.06/5 rating across 17 ratings. The screenwriter Jack Rose (1911–1995) is a separate individual known for Hollywood comedies like 'Road to Rio'.

Buena Vista Social Club

The Companion Book to the Film

Donata Wenders

Wim Wenders

This book documents the making of the Buena Vista Social Club phenomenon, featuring interviews, film stills, and photographs by Wim and Donata Wenders. It chronicles Ry Cooder's journey to Havana, where he collaborated with veteran Cuban musicians to revive traditional son music. The book includes song lyrics, biographical details of the artists, and behind-the-scenes insights from the Grammy-winning album and Oscar-nominated documentary.

The Complete Decca Recordings

Billie Holiday

This compilation captures Billie Holiday's artistic peak during her Decca Records era (1944-1950), including 50 tracks across multiple formats. The recordings showcase her first collaborations with string arrangements and contain definitive versions of classics like 'Lover Man' and 'Good Morning Heartache.' The package includes rare photographs, producer interviews, and detailed liner notes documenting this pivotal period in jazz history.

Take Five

Melody Bober

Dave Brubeck

Melody Bober's arrangement transforms Paul Desmond's iconic jazz composition (popularized by the Dave Brubeck Quartet) into a two-piano, eight-hand ensemble piece. Designed for late intermediate pianists, the work is structured as two duets (Piano 1 and Piano 2) that combine to create a rich, collaborative performance experience while maintaining the original's distinctive 5/4 rhythm and jazz harmonies.

Heart of the Congos

The Congos

Lee 'Scratch' Perry

Recorded at Lee Perry's Black Ark studio with musicians including Boris Gardiner and Ernest Ranglin, this album is considered one of reggae's greatest achievements. Featuring Rastafarian themes and Perry's signature layered production, it includes tracks like 'Congoman' and 'Fisherman.' The 2022 remaster restored the original artwork and audio, while the 2017 40th Anniversary Edition included both original and alternate mixes.

Worried Now, Won't Be Worried Long: Alan Lomax's "Southern Journey," 1959–1960

Field Recordings From Alan Lomax's "Southern Journey"

Alan Lomax

This work compiles field recordings from Alan Lomax's pivotal 1959-1960 Southern Journey, capturing traditional music across the American South. While primarily released as an album (15 tracks, 42 minutes), it represents part of Lomax's broader documentation efforts that influenced the folk revival movement. The recordings include spirituals, work songs, and folk ballads, with additional material from 1960 coastal Georgia/Virginia recordings made with his daughter Anna.

The Old Ship of Zion

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Ishmael Williams

The Williams Singers

The Old Ship of Zion is a classic gospel song, known for its powerful message of faith and hope. The song's lyrics speak of the journey of life and the importance of staying true to one's beliefs. The song's enduring popularity is a testament to its timeless message and its ability to resonate with listeners across generations. The song's simple yet powerful melody and lyrics have made it a staple of gospel music. The song's message of faith and hope continues to inspire listeners today.

The Expanding Universe

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Laurie Spiegel

Laurie Spiegel's "The Expanding Universe" is a groundbreaking album of electronic music, showcasing her innovative use of algorithmic composition. Originally released in 1980 and reissued in 2012, the album features complex and evolving soundscapes that create a sense of wonder and awe. Spiegel's work explores the intersection of music and technology, pushing the boundaries of what's possible with computer-generated music. The album's hypnotic and immersive quality makes it a unique listening experience. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to transport listeners to another world.

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Dov Charney

Dov Charney is a prominent figure in the fashion industry, having founded American Apparel and later Los Angeles Apparel. However, there is no record of him publishing a book titled 'Dove Charney's Works'.

The Power Out

Electrelane

The Power Out (2004) is Electrelane's sophomore album featuring a mix of French, Spanish, and German lyrics alongside literary influences from Radclyffe Hall, Siegfried Sassoon, and Friedrich Nietzsche. Musically, it combines Krautrock-inspired instrumentals with gospel choirs and experimental pop structures, marking a shift toward vocal-driven tracks compared to their earlier instrumental work.

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Dov Charney

The Best of Chet Baker Sings

Chet Baker

This collection highlights Chet Baker's groundbreaking work as a vocalist and trumpeter during the 1950s, including tracks from his seminal albums 'Chet Baker Sings' (1954) and 'It Could Happen to You' (1958). Known for his intimate, understated singing style and lyrical trumpet playing, Baker's recordings on this album exemplify the West Coast cool jazz movement and his enduring influence on jazz vocalists.

Into The Heart Of Love

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Woo

Take a Picture

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Margo Guryan

BAD OPERATION

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BAD OPERATION

Kind of Blue

The Making Of The Miles Davis Masterpiece

Ashley Kahn

This book provides a comprehensive look at the making of 'Kind of Blue', one of the most influential jazz albums of all time. Ashley Kahn delves into the early career of Miles Davis, the formation of the band that recorded the album, and the recording sessions at CBS's 30th Street Studio in New York in 1959. The book includes eyewitness accounts, newly discovered documents, and detailed explanations of the musical concepts, particularly modal jazz, that defined the album. It also explores the album's reception, marketing, and its enduring impact on music and musicians. The text is enriched with photographs, quotes from those involved, and a thorough analysis of the album's significance[1].

Devotions

The Selected Poems of Mary Oliver

Mary Oliver

This collection, curated by Mary Oliver herself, includes poems from her entire career, from her first book 'No Voyage and Other Poems' (1963) to her most recent collection 'Felicity' (2015). The poems showcase Oliver's observations of the natural world, her spiritual reflections, and her exploration of themes such as happiness, prayer, and the preciousness of life. The book is arranged in reverse chronological order and offers a spiritual road map through Oliver's work, highlighting her exuberant dog poems, selections from 'American Primitive,' and 'Dream Work,' among others.