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The New York Times has called Jimmy Scott "the most unjustly ignored American singer of the 20th century," but with the new If You Only Knew DVD, Jimmy should receive some well-deserved recognition. The film is a fascinating look at the personal and professional ups-and-downs of this singularly gifted jazz singer.
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If Only You Knew (DVD)
$19.99
Winner of several prestigious festival awards, this moving documentary charts jazz singer Jimmy Scott's odyssey of loss and redemption with extensive interviews, archival photos, and concert footage. The film is an intimate look at Scott's lifelong struggle to confront exploitation, reunite his family, and find closure through his art. Bonus features include audio commentary, a photo gallery, and the short film Jimmy Scott Alone Together.
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More Jimmy Scott Releases
Falling In Love Is Wonderful
In case any of us have forgotten, Jimmy Scott's vocal jazz masterpiece is back after a 40-year disappearing act to remind us that yes, Falling In Love Is Wonderful. A long-lost classic, this unabashedly romantic long-player was conceived by a Jimmy Scott fan known as Ray Charles. An individually numbered limited edition on Rhino Handmade.
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Extras
Watch The Trailer
Watch the trailer for If Only You Knew.
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Jimmy Scott Q & A
A 2004 Rhino Interview
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Article
Passion Project:
Jimmy Scott’s If You Only Knew
No one who hears Jimmy Scott’s haunting voice will ever forget it. The man’s life story is as remarkable as his singing, and is the subject of If You Only Knew, which Rhino Home Video is now releasing on DVD. Jimmy’s resilience in the face of devastating setbacks has inspired countless fans, including several here at Rhino, making the DVD a true “passion project.”
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