A Vintage Year
58 min · 12 tracks · traditional pop
A sophisticated blend of jazz and traditional pop, showcasing Tormé's velvety vocals and masterful phrasing.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing with emotional peaks
- velvety vocals for evening relaxation
- intimate moments for quiet reflection
- nostalgic tunes evoking warm memories
- sophisticated sound for classy gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1968, 'A Vintage Year' arrived during Mel Tormé's resurgence as a prominent figure in the jazz scene after a successful career in the '40s and '50s. This album marked a return to his roots, blending classic standards with his unique interpretations, positioning him as both a nostalgic icon and a contemporary artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nat King Cole· Frank Sinatra· Tony Bennett
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Whisper Not / Love Me or Leave Me 4:17
- 2 Out of This World 5:11
- 3 Someday I'll Find You 2:53
- 4 The Midnight Sun 5:36
- 5 New York, New York Medley: For Me and My Gal / Mack the Knife / Birth of the Blues / Send a Little Love My Way / How High the Moon / New York, New York 6:02
- 6 Folks Who Live on the Hill 5:09
- 7 Bittersweet 5:47
- 8 Since I Fell for You 4:41
- 9 The Way You Look Tonight 3:38
- 10 Anyone Can Whistle; A Tune for Humming 5:53
- 11 When Sunny Gets Blue 3:29
- 12 Little Man You’ve Had a Busy Day 5:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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