Mark Murphy's Hip Parade cover

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