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Midnight Mood

Mark Murphy · 1968

37 min · 10 tracks · jazz

A sultry blend of jazz-inflected vocals and rich, emotive instrumentation that lingers in the night air.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sultry late-night atmosphere
  • intimate moments of reflection
  • sophisticated lounge setting
  • emotive storytelling through vocals

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer upbeat party vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1968, Mark Murphy was already an established figure in jazz, having released several albums since his debut in the early 1960s. 'Midnight Mood' followed his notable album 'The Jazz Message' (1967), showcasing his evolution as a vocalist with a distinct style marked by complex phrasing and emotional depth.
Stylistic neighbors
Carmen McRae· Ella Fitzgerald· Sarah Vaughan

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Jump for Joy 4:45
  • 2 I Don't Want Nothin' 2:52
  • 3 Why and How 3:01
  • 4 Alone Together 3:02
  • 5 You Fascinate Me So 4:14
  • 6 Hopeless 4:30
  • 7 Sconsolato 3:51
  • 8 My Ship 3:53
  • 9 Just Give Me Time 2:39
  • 10 I Get Along Without You Very Well 4:46

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