Mark Murphy's Hip Parade
Mark Murphy · 1960
33 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A vibrant showcase of jazz-inflected pop standards delivered with Mark Murphy's distinctive vocal flair.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful vocal performances throughout
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- nostalgic charm in every song
- for light-hearted gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- seek deep emotional explorations
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1960, 'Mark Murphy's Hip Parade' was a pivotal moment early in Mark Murphy's career, following his debut album 'Mark Murphy Sings' from 1956. At this point, he was carving out a niche in the jazz scene, blending traditional pop melodies with improvisational jazz elements, which would define his style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Carmen McRae· Ella Fitzgerald· Sarah Vaughan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Firefly 2:28
- 2 Lonesome Town 2:26
- 3 Kansas City 2:42
- 4 Come to Me 2:18
- 5 Catch a Falling Star 2:46
- 6 All the Way 2:51
- 7 Personality 2:42
- 8 Witchcraft 3:35
- 9 Venus 3:02
- 10 It's Not For Me to Say 2:31
- 11 Send for Me 3:00
- 12 I Only Have Eyes for You 3:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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