Duets/Duets II: 90th Birthday Limited Collector's Edition
Frank Sinatra · 2005
116 min · 32 tracks · blues · jazz · swing
A nostalgic celebration of timeless standards, featuring duets that blend Sinatra's rich vocals with iconic artists.
Why this album works
The album was well-received, reaching the top of the Billboard charts and showcasing Sinatra's lasting influence on popular music. It also highlighted the continued relevance of his work, inspiring younger generations and reaffirming his status as one of the greatest vocalists in history. The release coincided with a resurgence of interest in traditional pop and jazz standards, further cementing its cultural significance.
- Best for
- nostalgic celebration of timeless standards swaying rhythms for relaxed evenings duets that evoke warm memories
- Context
- Released on his 90th birthday, this album marked a significant moment in Frank Sinatra's career as he revisited many of his classic songs. At this point, Sinatra was a venerable figure in music, having navigated decades of changing styles while maintaining his iconic status. This collection served not only as a tribute to his legacy but also showcased his enduring appeal through collaborations with contemporary artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Miles Davis· Thelonious Monk· Jula de Palma· Milva· Herbie Hancock· Aretha Franklin· Dave Brubeck· Oscar Peterson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Lady Is a Tramp 3:25
- 2 What Now, My Love? 3:17
- 3 I’ve Got a Crush on You 3:25
- 4 Summer Wind 2:34
- 5 Come Rain or Come Shine 4:06
- 6 New York, New York Standout 3:32
- 7 They Can’t Take That Away From Me 3:13
- 8 You Make Me Feel So Young 3:07
- 9 Guess I’ll Hang My Tears Out to Dry / In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning 3:59
- 10 I’ve Got the World on a String 2:20
- 11 Witchcraft 3:24
- 12 I’ve Got You Under My Skin 3:34
- 13 All the Way / One for My Baby (and One More for the Road) 6:05
- 14 My Way Standout 3:33
- 15 One for My Baby (and One More for the Road) 4:31
Disc 2
- 1 For Once in My Life 3:20
- 2 Come Fly With Me Standout 3:10
- 3 Bewitched 3:33
- 4 The Best Is Yet to Come 3:14
- 5 Moonlight in Vermont 4:09
- 6 Fly Me to the Moon 3:08
- 7 Luck Be a Lady 5:19
- 8 A Foggy Day 2:26
- 9 Where or When 3:55
- 10 Embraceable You 3:47
- 11 Mack the Knife 4:28
- 12 How Do You Keep the Music Playing? / My Funny Valentine 4:00
- 13 My Kind of Town 2:38
- 14 The House I Live In (That’s America to Me) 4:17
- 15 My Way Standout 4:24
- 16 Embraceable You 3:46
- 17 Fly Me to the Moon 2:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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