Rickie Lee Jones - Rickie Lee Jones

Rickie Lee Jones’ self-titled debut from 1979 is a lovely mix of jazz, folk, pop and singer-songwriter storytelling, with a loose, late-night feel running through the whole album. “Chuck E.’s in Love” is the best-known track, but “On Saturday Afternoons in 1963” and “The Last Chance Texaco” show just how distinctive her writing already was. Her voice gives the record plenty of personality without ever sounding forced. A warm, clever debut that still feels fresh and slightly off-centre.

Grading: 

Vinyl:  VG+

Sleeve:  VG+

Pressing: South Africa

Label: Warner Bros. Records

CAT #: WBC 1418

Year: 1979

Genre:  Rhythm & Blues / Ballad / Contemporary Jazz / Vocal