An Evening at Charlie's cover

An Evening at Charlie's

Mel Tormé · 1983

41 min · 9 tracks · traditional pop

A sophisticated blend of jazz standards and traditional pop, showcasing Tormé's velvety vocals and playful arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful arrangements for social gatherings
  • wave-like pacing for relaxed listening
  • velvety vocals for intimate moments
  • dynamic exploration of familiar themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer standalone tracks over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'An Evening at Charlie's' was released in 1983, Mel Tormé had already established himself as a prominent figure in traditional pop and jazz. This album came during a period where he was transitioning from television appearances back to recording, following his success in the 1970s with several acclaimed albums.
Stylistic neighbors
Nat King Cole· Frank Sinatra· Tony Bennett

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Just One of Those Things / Green Dolphin Street 6:43
  • 2 Dream Dancing 3:11
  • 3 Dream Dancing (Again) 3:36
  • 4 I'm Hip 3:34
  • 5 Then I'll Be Tired of You 4:42
  • 6 Caught in the Middle of My Years / Welcome to the Club 6:02
  • 7 Nica's Dream 6:32
  • 8 Chase Me Charlie 4:05
  • 9 Love Is Just Around the Corner 3:22

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