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Our Love Is Here to Stay

John Pizzarelli · 1997

46 min · 12 tracks · jazz

A warm blend of jazz standards and original compositions, infused with Pizzarelli's signature guitar work and smooth vocals.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Our Love Is Here To Stay — The title track exemplifies Pizzarelli's smooth vocal delivery and intricate guitar work, breathing new life into a classic standard while maintaining its romantic essence.
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    Dream Start here — Opening with a gentle melody, this track captures the album's nostalgic feel, showcasing Pizzarelli's deft handling of phrasing and rhythm that invites listeners into his musical world.
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    Avalon — Pizzarelli’s rendition of 'Avalon' highlights his playful yet sophisticated style, blending intricate guitar lines with engaging vocal harmonies that honor the song's rich history.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • warm background for gatherings
  • easy listening on lazy afternoons
  • heartfelt vocals with smooth guitar

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefering abrupt tempo changes

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Critical Peak — Showcases Pizzarelli's unique interpretations and received critical acclaim.
Career context
By 1997, John Pizzarelli was already an established figure in the jazz scene, having released several albums since his debut in 1992. 'Our Love Is Here to Stay' marked a continuation of his exploration of classic jazz material and showcased his ability to reinterpret well-known songs, further solidifying his reputation as a contemporary jazz artist.
Stylistic neighbors
Bucky Pizzarelli· Joe Pass· Pat Metheny

Tracklist

  • 1 Dream Start here 2:49
  • 2 Our Love Is Here To Stay 5:09
  • 3 Avalon 4:50
  • 4 Honey Pie 4:29
  • 5 The Day I Found You ('The Pollywog Song') 2:58
  • 6 Kalamazoo 3:32
  • 7 Have Another One, Not Me 4:05
  • 8 Little Girl 4:34
  • 9 Nina Never Knew 3:02
  • 10 Rhythm Is Our Business 3:24
  • 11 It's Sunday 3:01
  • 12 Say Hey Kid 4:15

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