Twenty-five years after it helped define one of the most distinctive sounds in contemporary vocal jazz, Diana Krall’s The Look of Love is getting a lavish anniversary celebration. A deluxe 25th anniversary edition of the acclaimed 2001 album arrives November 20, 2026, with pre-orders opening today. The release revisits a landmark recording that paired Krall’s intimate, understated vocal style and elegant piano playing with sweeping orchestral arrangements and the timeless allure of classic ballads and bossa nova.
The anniversary edition will be available as a Deluxe CD and digitally, alongside a limited-edition One-Step vinyl pressing of the original album. The Deluxe CD adds five bonus tracks, expanding the original collection and offering listeners another perspective on a recording that remains a defining moment in Krall’s celebrated career. Among the bonus selections is “But Not for Me,” which is available digitally for the first time today.
Originally released in 2001, The Look of Love marked a notable expansion of Krall’s signature sound. Known for her understated delivery, sophisticated phrasing and deeply rooted jazz sensibility, Krall embraced a more cinematic approach on the album, surrounding her performances with lush orchestral textures that brought new dimensions to familiar standards. The result was a sophisticated blend of jazz, traditional pop and Brazilian-inflected rhythms, balancing intimacy with grand musical sweep.
Much of that distinctive atmosphere can be attributed to producer Tommy LiPuma and legendary composer and arranger Claus Ogerman, whose orchestral writing gives the album its unmistakable elegance. The London Symphony Orchestra provides the sweeping instrumental backdrop, complementing Krall’s relaxed, expressive performances without overwhelming their emotional subtlety. The arrangements lend the songs a filmic quality, allowing the album to move seamlessly between romantic balladry and the gentle rhythmic sway of bossa nova.
The recording’s critical and industry recognition reflected its exceptional craftsmanship. The Look of Love earned the 2002 GRAMMY Award for Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical, along with three JUNO Awards, including Album of the Year. Its enduring reputation rests not only on its technical excellence but also on the cohesion of its musical vision: a carefully constructed world of warm vocals, refined jazz phrasing and orchestral sophistication.
The new Deluxe CD gives fans additional material to explore, with all five bonus tracks included. One of those selections, “I Love Being Here With You (Live From The Vault),” will be available digitally exclusively on iTunes, according to the release announcement. The digital availability of “But Not for Me” offers another point of interest, bringing the track to listeners for the first time in that format.
For vinyl enthusiasts, the limited-edition One-Step pressing offers a different way to experience the original 10-track album. The specialized manufacturing process is designed to preserve the recording’s clarity, depth and detail, making the edition particularly appealing to collectors and listeners who value high-fidelity playback. Each individually numbered pressing will come in a gatefold tip-on jacket featuring the original album artwork, presented in a specially designed slipcase.
The format choices reflect the album’s dual appeal as both a beloved listening experience and a carefully produced work of musical craftsmanship. The Deluxe CD and digital edition open a window onto additional material, while the One-Step vinyl focuses on the original album’s carefully balanced sound and presentation.
A quarter-century on, The Look of Love remains an important chapter in Krall’s artistic story. Its combination of jazz tradition, orchestral refinement and quietly compelling performances helped establish a musical identity that could feel both timeless and unmistakably personal. Rather than relying on vocal theatrics, Krall’s approach has always favored nuance: the subtle shift in a phrase, the unhurried pace of a melody, or the expressive space between notes.
That restraint is central to the album’s lasting appeal. Ogerman’s arrangements provide scale and color, while LiPuma’s production keeps the performances intimate and cohesive. Together, they created a recording that moves beyond a straightforward collection of standards, becoming an immersive musical statement with a distinctive atmosphere.
The 25th anniversary edition offers longtime fans an opportunity to revisit that achievement while giving new listeners a fresh entry point into one of Krall’s most celebrated recordings. With five bonus tracks, a newly highlighted digital release and a collectible audiophile vinyl edition, the anniversary campaign honors both the album’s original vision and its continuing place in modern vocal jazz.
The Look of Love (25th Anniversary Edition) arrives November 20, 2026. The Deluxe CD and digital edition will feature the five bonus tracks, while the limited-edition One-Step vinyl will present the original 10-track album in a specially packaged, individually numbered pressing.
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