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Hoagy Sings Carmichael

Hoagy Carmichael · 1957

38 min · 11 tracks · jazz

A soulful blend of jazz and popular music, with lush melodies and heartfelt interpretations that showcase Carmichael's timeless songwriting.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Georgia on My Mind — This iconic track features a deeply emotive arrangement that highlights Carmichael's lyrical prowess and musicality, making it a cornerstone of his legacy.
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    Skylark — Carmichael's performance imbues 'Skylark' with a wistful nostalgia, showcasing the song's delicate balance between melancholy and beauty.
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    Lazy River — 'Lazy River' stands out for its smooth rhythm and laid-back charm, illustrating Carmichael's ability to evoke imagery through sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

Carmichael's reinterpretations showcase strong melodies and arrangements, though the overall impact is moderate.

What we noticed

  • The album features lush orchestral arrangements that complement Carmichael's piano work, creating a rich soundscape.
  • The first half of the album maintains a steady tempo, while the second half introduces more varied rhythms and dynamics.
Composition 25% of the score
8/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Georgia on My Mind 3:58
  • 2 Winter Moon 4:12
  • 3 New Orleans 3:55
  • 4 Memphis in June 3:48
  • 5 Skylark 4:03
  • 6 Two Sleepy People 4:35
  • 7 Baltimore Oriole 3:54
  • 8 Rockin’ Chair 2:34
  • 9 Ballad in Blue 3:07
  • 10 Lazy River 2:48
  • 11 Georgia on My Mind 1:48

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