Comin' Home Baby!
Mel Tormé · 1962
38 min · 14 tracks · traditional pop
Mel Tormé's smooth crooning pairs seamlessly with swinging jazz arrangements, evoking a vibrant, nostalgic atmosphere.
Why this album works
'Comin' Home Baby!' was notable for its chart success, reaching No. 8 on the Billboard charts, and solidified Tormé’s status as a leading male vocalist of the era. The title track became a jazz standard, influencing both contemporary and future artists in the genre.
- Best for
- short, enjoyable listening sessions nostalgic and vibrant atmosphere playful and lively energy
- Context
- Released in 1962, 'Comin' Home Baby!' marked Mel Tormé's transition into a more commercially successful phase, following his earlier work that showcased his vocal prowess. This album came after his stint with the vocal group The Mel-Tones and positioned him as a prominent figure in traditional pop, blending jazz influences with popular appeal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elvis Presley· Aretha Franklin· Charlie Rich· Jo Stafford· Andy Williams· Herbie Hancock· Ramsey Lewis· Peggy Lee
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Comin’ Home Baby Standout 2:44
- 2 Dat Dere Standout 2:57
- 3 The Lady’s in Love With You 2:58
- 4 Hi‐Fly 3:12
- 5 Puttin’ on the Ritz Standout 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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