Carmen Cuesta-Loeb - You Still Don't Know Me (2007) CD Rip

Carmen Cuesta-Loeb’s *You Still Don’t Know Me* (2007) is a refined and emotionally rich album that blends vocal jazz, smooth jazz textures, and subtle Latin influences into a cohesive and intimate listening experience. With her warm and expressive voice, Cuesta-Loeb delivers performances that are both delicate and emotionally direct, supported by sophisticated arrangements and high-level musicianship. The album reflects a strong fusion of jazz harmony and contemporary production, largely shaped by guitarist and producer Chuck Loeb, whose elegant instrumentation provides a polished sonic foundation. Tracks such as “Aclarate,” “La Paz,” and the title piece “You Still Don’t Know Me” highlight the album’s lyrical sensitivity, while rhythmic selections like “Me Voy” and “Todo Para Ti” bring a gentle Latin groove into the mix. The presence of acclaimed musicians such as Michael Brecker, Till Brönner, and Will Lee adds depth and prestige to the recording. Overall, the album stands as a graceful and atmospheric work of modern vocal jazz with a strong emotional core.

Tracklist:
1. Aclarate 4:36
2. Llevame 4:12
3. In the Rain 3:30
4. La Paz 4:28
5. Todo Para Ti 3:31
6. You Still Don't Know Me 4:58
7. I Am Thou 4:47
8. A Matter of Time 4:46
9. Tarde 4:20
10. Me Voy 3:31
11. Religions 4:51
12. Suddently Love 4:39

Personnel:
Carmen Cuesta: vocals, percussion
Chuck Loeb: guitars, keyboards, drum & percussion programming
Will Lee: fretless bass
Brian Killeen: bass
Wolfgang Haffner: drums
Brian Dunne: drum loops
Josh Dion: drum loops
Michael Brecker: EWI (electronic wind instrument)
Matt King: piano
Till Bronner: trumpet & flugelhorn
David Charles: percussion
Lizzy Loeb: vocals