Any Shade of Blue

Jeff Robinson | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (April 21, 1998)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Wild West Records
• ASIN: B000006177
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #560,758 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Intro

2. The Way She Swings

3. You Asked

4. Somethin' 'Bout You

5. I Want You

6. No Matter How Far

7. Freedom Jazz Dance

8. When Love Is Gone

9. Any Shade Of Blue

10. Brooklyn To L.A.

11. You Haunt Me

12. Come April

13. Outro

14. I Want You (Smooth Jazz Mix)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Singer from Another Time!, May 19, 2002

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Peter D. Ford, III (Inglewood, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Any Shade of Blue (Audio CD)

Living in Los Angeles, I had the fortune of hearing Robinson perform live; Simply awesome. When I bought this CD I was disappointed he did not include his version of "Night In Tunisa," in which he stylishly blends Dizzy's original version with Chaka Khan's' 'Tunisa'-influenced "And the Melody Lingers On!" Male singers today can't do to songs what Robinson does, and it's an absolute treat experiencing his textures and phrasing. He belongs in a category with Billy Eckstine, Jimmy Scott, and Johnny Hartman. His rendition of Marvin Gaye's "I Want You" belongs in the canon of Jazz-remade pop tunes; It is a true classic I can listen to every day, every hour!
It's shameful singers such as Robinson don't get the radio airplay they deserve; Music fans everywhere are missing a rare, joyus gem.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars wow this artist is out of sight , can i get a what what?, July 11, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Any Shade of Blue (Audio CD)

this artist definately has potential he's very clear in his thoughts and music.

5.0 out of 5 stars Best kept secret ...Too bad it's too secret., May 27, 2007

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Charlie Trece (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Any Shade of Blue (Audio CD)

Let me start saying this: Pure talent. If you haven't heard about Jeff Robinson and you're into jazz, smooth jazz or r&b, you're missing one of kind vocalist. Robinson's voice has the texture of a true crooner combined with a soulful tone capable of delighting the most demanding listener. His rendition of Marvin Gaye's "I want you" is an absolute master piece. The song is showcased in a slower tempo than the original one which in turn makes it harder to sustain a well-balanced phrasing. Robinson delivers it effortlessly and with a crystal clear tone. Absolutely awesome! His talent is paired with those of trumpeter Rick Braun and keyboardist Rodney Lee whom provide a beautiful background to Robinson's voice. This is a remarkable album for anyone who enjoys the genre and I strongly recommend it. Unfortunately Jeff Robinson remains largely unknown to the mainstream and without a trace of doubt, this guy is ready for the "Majors". Maybe a more friendly-listener repertoire could give him the big break he deserves. Maybe a major label will step up to the plate. Whatever it is, I root for that.