Comin' Home Baby!
Mel Tormé · 1962
38 min · 14 tracks · traditional pop
A vibrant blend of swinging jazz rhythms and silky pop vocals that captures the essence of early '60s cool.
Top tracks — play these first
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Comin’ Home Baby Start here — This upbeat title track showcases Tormé's playful vocal style and rhythmic phrasing, embodying the album's energetic spirit.
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Dat Dere — In this track, Tormé's storytelling shines through with clever lyrics and a catchy melody, making it a memorable highlight of the album.
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Puttin’ on the Ritz — Tormé's interpretation of this classic demonstrates his ability to infuse humor and flair into well-known standards, standing out in his repertoire.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong vocal performances and engaging arrangements, though it follows familiar jazz-pop templates.
What we noticed
- Each song features Tormé's smooth vocal delivery, often accompanied by rich jazz instrumentation including brass and piano.
- Several tracks incorporate call-and-response elements between Tormé's vocals and the instrumentalists, enhancing the dynamic feel of the performances.
- The last three tracks slow down the pace significantly, creating a reflective conclusion to the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, enjoyable listening sessions
- nostalgic and vibrant atmosphere
- playful and lively energy
- smooth, laid-back vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked Tormé's return to prominence and commercial success in the '60s.
- Themes
- early '60s cool· big band nostalgia· playful storytelling
- Career context
- Released in 1962, Comin' Home Baby! marked Mel Tormé's return to the forefront of popular music after his earlier successes in the '40s and '50s. This album came during a period when Tormé was transitioning from a leading figure in the big band era to a celebrated solo artist, showcasing his versatility in traditional pop and jazz.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nat King Cole· Frank Sinatra· Tony Bennett
Tracklist
- 1 Comin’ Home Baby Start here 2:44
- 2 Dat Dere 2:57
- 3 The Lady’s in Love With You 2:58
- 4 Hi‐Fly 3:12
- 5 Puttin’ on the Ritz 2:23
- 6 Walkin’ 2:58
- 7 Moanin’ 3:02
- 8 Sing You Sinners 2:26
- 9 Whisper Not 2:48
- 10 On Green Dolphin Street 2:54
- 11 Sidney’s Soliloquy 2:29
- 12 Right Now 2:16
- 13 Walkin’ Shoes 3:02
- 14 You Belong to Me 2:30
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