Moonlight Sinatra
Frank Sinatra · 1966
32 min · 10 tracks · blues · jazz · swing
A smooth blend of romantic ballads and jazzy arrangements that evoke the elegance of moonlit nights.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its cohesive theme centered around the moon, showcasing Sinatra's ability to interpret romantic standards. It received positive reviews and contributed to his enduring legacy as a master of vocal jazz and traditional pop, reinforcing his status as a cultural icon in the mid-1960s.
- Best for
- romantic evenings with a partner smooth background for dinner parties gentle melodies for winding down
- Context
- By the time 'Moonlight Sinatra' was released in March 1966, Frank Sinatra was in the latter stage of his career, following a prolific period marked by albums like 'September of My Years' (1965). This album represents Sinatra's continuing commitment to thematic recordings, focusing on love and nostalgia during a time when his music was transitioning towards more introspective material.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Miles Davis· Thelonious Monk· Jula de Palma· Milva· Herbie Hancock· Aretha Franklin· Dave Brubeck· Oscar Peterson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Moonlight Becomes You Standout 2:49
- 2 Moon Song 3:05
- 3 Moonlight Serenade Standout 3:30
- 4 Reaching for the Moon 3:08
- 5 I Wished on the Moon 2:56
- 6 Oh You Crazy Moon 3:14
- 7 The Moon Got in My Eyes 2:54
- 8 Moonlight Mood 3:10
- 9 Moon Love 4:19
- 10 The Moon Was Yellow (And The Night Was Young) Standout 3:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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