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Bennett Sings Ellington: Hot & Cool

Tony Bennett · 1999

60 min · 14 tracks · jazz · soul

A sophisticated blend of smooth jazz vocals and lush orchestral arrangements celebrating Duke Ellington's timeless compositions.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady rhythm for relaxed evenings
  • sophisticated ambiance for gatherings
  • intimate moments with smooth vocals
  • headphone detail in orchestral arrangements
  • candlelit dinner background music

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat and fast-paced
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Bennett Sings Ellington: Hot & Cool' was released in 1999, Tony Bennett was enjoying a renaissance in his career after a decade of fluctuating popularity. This album marked his return to the jazz genre with a focus on the iconic works of Duke Ellington, following his successful collaboration with k.d. lang on 'A Wonderful World' in 2002 and revitalizing his status as a leading figure in American music.
Stylistic neighbors
Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole· Ella Fitzgerald

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Do Nothin’ Till You Hear From Me 4:01
  • 2 Mood Indigo 4:33
  • 3 She’s Got It Bad (and That Ain’t Good) 4:49
  • 4 Caravan 4:36
  • 5 Chelsea Bridge 3:59
  • 6 Azure 3:56
  • 7 I’m Just a Lucky So and So 3:39
  • 8 In a Sentimental Mood 3:31
  • 9 Don’t Get Around Much More 3:16
  • 10 Sophisticated Lady 4:43
  • 11 In a Mellow Tone 6:54
  • 12 Day Dream 3:56
  • 13 Prelude to a Kiss 4:55
  • 14 It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing) 4:02

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