Mecca for Moderns
The Manhattan Transfer · 1981
36 min · 9 tracks · blues · jazz · gospel
A vibrant blend of jazz, a cappella harmonies, and playful lyrical storytelling that captures urban life.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful lyrical storytelling moments
- steady mid-tempo urban vibes
- easygoing background for gatherings
- vibrant harmonies that uplift
- satisfying in-order listening flow
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced instant gratification
- seek heavy emotional intensity
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Mecca for Moderns' was released in January 1981, The Manhattan Transfer had established themselves as a prominent vocal group following their breakthrough album 'Extensions' in 1979. This album marked their transition into a more commercially viable sound while maintaining their jazz roots, showcasing their versatility and appeal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Swingle Singers· Pentatonix· Vocalosity
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 On the Boulevard 4:08
- 2 Boy From New York City 3:40
- 3 (Wanted) Dead or Alive 3:25
- 4 Spies in the Night 4:03
- 5 Smile Again 4:34
- 6 “Until I Met You” (Corner Pocket) 5:17
- 7 (The Word of) Confirmation 3:14
- 8 Kafka 4:12
- 9 A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square 3:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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