Cooke's Tour
Sam Cooke · 1960
37 min · 12 tracks · R&B · soul · gospel
A vibrant collection of international melodies underscored by Cooke's smooth and soulful vocals.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady melodic journey throughout vibrant international soundscapes for afternoon relaxation
- Context
- Released in May 1960, 'Cooke's Tour' was Sam Cooke's follow-up to his breakthrough album 'Night Beat'. At this point in his career, Cooke was solidifying his place as a pioneering figure in soul music while expanding his repertoire with covers of popular international songs, showcasing his versatility and growing appeal beyond R&B audiences.
- If you like
- R&B, soul, gospel
Cooke's Tour is an album by Sam Cooke, released in 1960. A vibrant collection of international melodies underscored by Cooke's smooth and soulful vocals. The album reached number 15 on the Billboard Pop Albums chart, reflecting Cooke's rising prominence in mainstream music. Its broad selection of songs not only highlighted Cooke's vocal prowess but also helped introduce global influences into American popular music, paving the way for future crossover artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cooke's Tour sound like?
A vibrant collection of international melodies underscored by Cooke's smooth and soulful vocals. Rooted in R&B and soul.
What makes Cooke's Tour by Sam Cooke notable?
The album reached number 15 on the Billboard Pop Albums chart, reflecting Cooke's rising prominence in mainstream music. Its broad selection of songs not only highlighted Cooke's vocal prowess but also helped introduce global influences into American popular music, paving the way for future crossover artists. Released in May 1960, 'Cooke's Tour' was Sam Cooke's follow-up to his breakthrough album 'Night Beat'. At this point in his career, Cooke was solidifying his place as a pioneering figure in soul music while expanding his repertoire with covers of popular international songs, showcasing his versatility and growing appeal beyond R&B audiences.
Who is Cooke's Tour for?
Cooke's Tour works well if you're into steady melodic journey throughout, vibrant international soundscapes and for afternoon relaxation.
How many songs are on Cooke's Tour?
Cooke's Tour has 12 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Far Away Places 3:33
- 2 Under Paris Skies Standout 3:15
- 3 South of the Border (Down Mexico Way) Standout 3:16
- 4 Bali Haʻi 3:22
- 5 The Coffee Song (They’ve Got an Awful Lot of Coffee in Brazil) 2:06
- 6 Arrivederci, Roma (Goodbye to Rome) 2:53
- 7 London by Night 3:39
- 8 Jamaica Farewell 2:38
- 9 Galway Bay 3:05
- 10 Sweet Leilani 2:53
- 11 The Japanese Farewell Song 3:03
- 12 The House I Live In Standout 3:23
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