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A Retrospective

Pink Martini · 2011

72 min · 21 tracks · classical · jazz · chanson

A vibrant blend of jazz, classical, and Latin music that transports listeners across time and cultures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • wave-like pacing experiences
  • transportive cultural explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
By the release of 'A Retrospective' in 2011, Pink Martini had established themselves as a unique ensemble known for their eclectic style, following their breakthrough album 'Hang on Little Tomato' in 2004. This album serves as a compilation celebrating their diverse discography and multicultural influences, showcasing their growth and popularity in world music.
Stylistic neighbors
Caravan Palace· Nouvelle Vague· Gogol Bordello
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Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Una Notte a Napoli (First Recording) 2:26
  • 2 Hang on Little Tomato 3:17
  • 3 Donde Estas Yolanda? (China Forbes Vocals version) 3:26
  • 4 Hey Eugene 3:09
  • 5 La Soledad 5:38
  • 6 Splendor in the Grass 3:37
  • 7 Kikuchiyo to Mohshimasu (The Hiroshi Wada mix) 4:32
  • 8 Anna (El Negro Zumbon) 2:37
  • 9 Ma Solitude (feat. Georges Moustaki) 3:27
  • 10 Mas Que Nada (feat. Saori Yuki) 2:35
  • 11 Sympathique 2:47
  • 12 Lilly 2:44
  • 13 How Long Will It Last? (feat. Michael Feinstein) 4:05
  • 14 Tuca Tuca 2:49
  • 15 Que Sera Sera 4:10
  • 16 Moon River (feat. Gus Van Sant) 1:24
  • 17 Amado Mio 4:47
  • 18 The Man With the Big Sombrero 1:32
  • 19 Aspettami (First Recording) 2:50
  • 20 Auld Lang Syne 3:20
  • 21 Una Notte a Napoli (Johnny Dynell remix) 6:50

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