A Time for Love cover

Released 60 years ago

A Time for Love

Tony Bennett · 1966

35 min · 11 tracks · jazz · soul

A lush tapestry of orchestration melds with Bennett's warm, emotive vocals in this timeless jazz collection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for intimate moments
  • warm vocals for cozy evenings
  • evocative themes of love
  • for romantic dinners
  • gentle backdrop for reflective thoughts

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat dance tracks
  • prefer fast-paced listening

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1966, 'A Time for Love' marked a significant period in Tony Bennett's career as he transitioned from the traditional pop landscape into more sophisticated jazz territory. This album arrived shortly after his successful collaboration with arranger and conductor, Bill Evans, solidifying Bennett's status as a versatile artist capable of delivering deeply emotional performances across genres.
Stylistic neighbors
Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole· Ella Fitzgerald

Tracklist

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

  • 1 A Time for Love 3:19
  • 2 The Very Thought of You 4:31
  • 3 Trapped in the Web of Love 3:20
  • 4 My Funny Valentine 3:05
  • 5 In the Wee Small Hours 3:18
  • 6 Yesterdays 3:03
  • 7 Georgia Rose 2:50
  • 8 The Shining Sea 2:47
  • 9 Sleepy Time Gal 3:42
  • 10 Touch the Earth 2:05
  • 11 I’ll Only Miss Her When I Think of Her 3:02

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata