This is the 1949 reissue of Decca Presents Marlene Dietrich, the debut album of the singer and actress, first released in 1940 by Decca Records as part of their Decca Personality Series of box sets. The album featured songs from her films and personal favorites, recorded in Los Angeles under conductor Victor Young and was originally issued as three 78 RPM singles, and then later, with additional tracks, including "Lili Marleen". Critics at the time noted Dietrich's distinctive, smoky delivery, emphasizing how her understated yet expressive vocals suited the album's intimate mood.
This is the 1949 reissue of Decca Presents Marlene Dietrich, the debut album of the singer and actress, first released in 1940 by Decca Records as part of their Decca Personality Series of box sets. The album featured songs from her films and personal favorites, recorded in Los Angeles under conductor Victor Young and was originally issued as three 78 RPM singles, and then later, with additional tracks, including "Lili Marleen". Critics at the time noted Dietrich's distinctive, smoky delivery, emphasizing how her understated yet expressive vocals suited the album's intimate mood.