Released 65 years ago this October
El Señor Bing
Bing Crosby · 1961
67 min · 26 tracks · country music
A vibrant collection of romantic standards infused with Crosby's smooth crooning and a lively orchestral backdrop.
Top tracks — play these first
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In the Still of the Night/I Could Have Danced All Night [Stereo] Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Papa Loves Mambo — This track captures the playful spirit of the album with its catchy melody and upbeat rhythm, exemplifying Crosby's charm and versatility.
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C'Est Magnifique/Taking a Chance on Love — Combining French elegance with classic American optimism, this medley highlights Crosby's skill in blending different cultural sounds effortlessly.
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How High the Moon / Old Devil Moon — The seamless transition between two beloved standards showcases Crosby's enchanting vocal delivery while celebrating classic jazz elements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant melodies for gatherings
- smooth vocals for relaxed evenings
- danceable rhythms with nostalgic charm
- varied tempos for engaged listening
- romantic tunes for intimate moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer long, complex compositions
- seek high-energy modern beats
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Released during a transitional phase, it showcases Crosby's adaptability to new trends.
- Themes
- Latin-infused melodies· post-war optimism· romantic storytelling
- Career context
- By 1961, Bing Crosby was already an established musical icon, known for his distinctive voice and contributions to popular music. 'El Señor Bing' arrived during a period of transition in his career, as he embraced a more international sound, incorporating Latin influences into his repertoire following the success of previous albums.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole· Dean Martin
Tracklist
- 1 In the Still of the Night/I Could Have Danced All Night [Stereo] Start here 3:03
- 2 C'Est Magnifique/Taking a Chance on Love [Stereo] 2:00
- 3 Heavenly Night (Cielito Lindo)/My Shawl [Stereo] 2:53
- 4 Marta/The Rose in Her Hair [Stereo] 2:42
- 5 How High the Moon / Old Devil Moon [Stereo] 2:38
- 6 Pagan Love Song/Cuban Love Song [Stereo] 2:29
- 7 Ramona/Amapola (Pretty Little Poppy) [Stereo] 2:41
- 8 Malagueña 2:33
- 9 Down Argentine Way/What a Difference a Day Made [Stereo] 2:50
- 10 Again / Allez-Vous-En (Go Away) [Stereo] 2:27
- 11 Ramona/Amapola (Pretty Little Poppy) [Mono] 2:42
- 12 Marta/The Rose in Her Hair [Mono] 2:43
- 13 Again / Allez-Vous-En (Go Away) [Mono] 2:27
- 14 In the Still of the Night/I Could Have Danced All Night [Mono] 3:04
- 15 Pagan Love Song/Cuban Love Song [Mono] 2:29
- 16 Down Argentine Way/What a Difference a Day Made [Mono] 2:50
- 17 Heavenly Night (Cielito Lindo)/My Shawl [Mono] 2:52
- 18 Malagueña 2:32
- 19 How High the Moon / Old Devil Moon [Mono] 2:37
- 20 C'Est Magnifique/Taking a Chance on Love [Mono] 1:59
- 21 Papa Loves Mambo 2:18
- 22 Solamente Una Vez (You Belong to My Heart) 2:45
- 23 La Borrichita (I'll Never Love Again) 2:46
- 24 Floras Negras (You're the Moment of a Lifetime) 2:32
- 25 No Te Importe Saber (Let Me Love You Tonight) 2:42
- 26 In a Little Spanish Town 2:13
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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