Decca Records presents the latest single from the upcoming Chet Baker Re:Imagined collection. Commemorating the 70th anniversary of the legendary album Chet Baker Sings, this project celebrates Baker’s enduring legacy with a selection of reinterpretations of his timeless music through the voices of a new generation of artists.
Following the first wave of single releases from grentperez, dodie, and Matt Maltese, the latest offering is North London-based singer-songwriter and pianist Hohnen Ford’s reimagining of “I Get Along Without You Very Well.” Ford’s tender interpretation channels Baker’s understated style, offering a fresh yet reverent take on the classic track.
Listen to Hohnen Ford – “I Get Along Without You Very Well” HERE.
Hohnen Ford:
“When I first discovered Chet Baker, it was quite revolutionary to me. Partly because of how beautiful his tone is and how intimate his interpretations of those songs are. And also because of how effortless and melodic his improvisation is. Both his singing and his trumpet playing had a huge impact on me. Because of how much of my life he has accompanied, I think his music will always have a real sense of home for me.
As soon as I was asked to be a part of this project, I immediately knew what song I wanted to do. I Get Along Without You Very Well is a song that has accompanied heartbreaks in my life. When I went through my first breakup as a teenager, I listened obsessively to an unaccompanied version of him singing this song. Someone had singled out his vocal take, and you could hear it unaccompanied. I listened to it over and over again—and cried.”
Chet Baker Re:Imagined features a diverse group of artists from across the world, spanning genres including R&B, pop, soul, and jazz. Contributors include UK talents such as dodie, Matt Maltese, Matilda Mann, Joel Culpepper, Ife Ogunjobi, Hohnen Ford, Eloise, Poppy Daniels, and Puma Blue, as well as international stars like Benny Sings (Netherlands), Stacey Ryan (Canada), mxmtoon (USA), Sarah Kang (South Korea), and grentperez (Australia/Philippines). These artists explore Baker’s iconic melodies with fresh interpretations, blending acoustic and electronic elements, heartfelt improvisation, and richly layered production.
Chet Baker, a pioneer of the 1950s cool jazz movement, captivated audiences with his virtuosic trumpet playing and delicate vocal style. His seminal album Chet Baker Sings introduced a new dimension to jazz with its introspective and romantic ballads. Building on the success of the Blue Note Re:Imagined series, Chet Baker Re:Imagined connects a new generation of musicians with Baker’s artistry. The album invites listeners to explore the intersections of tradition and innovation, demonstrating Baker’s timeless relevance and the creative possibilities his music continues to inspire.
Chet Baker Re:Imagined will be released via Decca Records (UK)/Blue Note Records (US) on April 11, 2025.
Chet Baker Re:Imagined Tracklisting:
Silver Lining – Joel Culpepper
That Old Feeling – Eloise
I’m Old Fashioned – Sarah Kang
I Get Along Without You Very Well – Hohnen Ford
There Will Never Be Another You – Matilda Mann
Old Devil Moon – dodie
It’s Always You – Puma Blue
Speak Low – Ife Ogunjobi
I’ve Never Been In Love Before – Poppy Daniels
Time After Time – Benny Sings
Like Someone In Love – Stacey Ryan
My Funny Valentine – Matt Maltese
I Fall In Love Too Easily – mxmtoon
But Not For Me – grentperez
While My Lady Sleeps – Delaney Bailey
