: While her label often struggled to market her outside the "country" pigeonhole, this self-produced set proves she was equally adept at sophisticated late-night jazz. Vinyl Presentation (2021 RSD Exclusive)
The 2021 RSD release was the first time these recordings—previously only available in the massive The Girl from Chickasaw County box set—were issued as a standalone vinyl LP. Bobbie Gentry - Windows Of The World (2021 RSD ...
: The sleeve features striking photographs by noted jazz photographer Val Wilmer and informative liner notes by Gentry archivist Andrew Batt . Track Highlights : While her label often struggled to market
The Record Store Day (RSD) 2021 release is a revelatory collection that finally gives a standalone spotlight to the singer's "lost" jazz album. Originally recorded between late 1968 and March 1969, these sessions showcase Gentry shifting from her signature country-folk storyteller persona into a sophisticated, intimate jazz vocalist. Musical Style and Performance Track Highlights The Record Store Day (RSD) 2021
: The LP is pressed on 180g vinyl. Reviewers on Discogs have noted that while it likely uses a digital source, the sound quality remains very high, capturing the intimate, close-mic'ed performance.