More Cole Español
Nat King Cole · 1962
28 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A smooth blend of romantic ballads and traditional Latin rhythms wrapped in Nat King Cole's velvety voice.
Why this album works
'More Cole Español' is significant for its role in popularizing Latin music within mainstream American pop culture during the early 1960s. The album was well-received, contributing to Nat King Cole's legacy as one of the first African American artists to gain widespread acceptance across diverse musical genres, influencing subsequent Latin jazz artists.
- Best for
- romantic moments by candlelight short bursts of melodic charm smooth background for intimate gatherings
- Context
- Released in 1962, 'More Cole Español' followed the success of Cole's previous Spanish-language album, 'Cole Español' from 1958. At this point in his career, Cole was solidifying his reputation as a pioneering artist who seamlessly bridged jazz and pop with cultural authenticity. This album came during a period when Cole was expanding his musical repertoire to include international sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dave Brubeck· Bing Crosby· Dean Martin· Ella Fitzgerald· Andy Williams· Ray Charles· Tony Bennett· Chet Atkins
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 La feria de las flores 1:49
- 2 Tres palabras (Without You) 2:07
- 3 Las chiapanecas (While There's Music There's Romance) 2:34
- 4 Adiós Mariquita linda (Adios and Farewell, My Lover) 2:52
- 5 Aquí se habla en "amor" (Love Is Spoken Here) 2:00
- 6 Vaya con Dios (May God Be With You) 2:31
- 7 Las golondrina (The Swallow) 2:56
- 8 No me platiques 3:01
- 9 A media luz (When Lights Are Soft And Low) 2:10
- 10 Guadalajara 2:01
- 11 Solamente una vez (You Belong To My Heart) 2:47
- 12 Piel canela 2:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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