Blue Rose cover

Released 70 years ago

Blue Rose

Rosemary Clooney · 1956

37 min · 11 tracks · jazz

A lush blend of jazz and pop, featuring rich vocals intertwined with sophisticated arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic explorations throughout
  • romantic evening ambiance
  • intimate moments of reflection
  • rich vocal harmonies to savor

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of fast-paced action
  • prefer standalone radio singles

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1956, Rosemary Clooney was transitioning from her early successes in the big band era to a more personal style. 'Blue Rose' was her first album for the newly formed label, Coral Records, marking a significant shift in her career as she sought creative control and artistic expression.
Stylistic neighbors
Ella Fitzgerald· Nat King Cole· Sarah Vaughan

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hey Baby 3:51
  • 2 Sophisticated Lady 2:56
  • 3 Me And You 2:27
  • 4 Passion Flower 4:32
  • 5 I Let A Song Go Out Of My Heart 2:37
  • 6 It Don't Mean A Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing) 2:48
  • 7 Grievin' 4:11
  • 8 Blue Rose 2:24
  • 9 I'm Checking Out - Goombye 2:24
  • 10 I Got It Bad (And That Ain't Good) 3:10
  • 11 Mood Indigo 6:27

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