In the early ’70s, American actress Liza Minnelli was at the peak of her career – and musically, she delivered as well. The Singer marked her seventh album.

It features tastefully arranged cover versions of songs by James Taylor, Stevie Wonder, Bill Withers, Mac Davis, and Carly Simon.

This record often ends up overlooked in thrift stores or dollar bins – unfairly so. Her brilliant version of Bill Withers’ Use Me alone makes it worth picking up.

It’s a staple on my all-time aperitif playlist – laid-back, funky, and full of good vibes.