Playin' with My Friends: Bennett Sings the Blues
Tony Bennett · 2001
57 min · 15 tracks · jazz · soul
A warm collection of blues standards reimagined through Bennett's timeless voice and heartfelt interpretations.
Why this album works
This album received significant acclaim, reaffirming Bennett's status as a leading figure in American music. It peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart and showcased his ability to connect with both traditional jazz audiences and newer generations, influencing contemporary vocalists across genres.
- Best for
- steady emotional exploration throughout warm evenings with friends heartfelt storytelling in every track
- Context
- By the time 'Playin' with My Friends: Bennett Sings the Blues' was released in 2001, Tony Bennett was in a phase of resurgence following his commercial peak in the 1990s. This album came after his successful collaboration with various younger artists, showcasing his adaptability and enduring appeal in a changing music landscape while embracing classic blues material.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dean Martin· Harry Nilsson· Nancy Sinatra· Elvis Presley· Cher· Barbra Streisand· Ella Fitzgerald· Bob Dylan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Alright, Okay You Win 3:31
- 2 Everyday I Have the Blues Standout 3:38
- 3 Don’t Cry Baby 2:43
- 4 Good Morning, Heartache 4:56
- 5 Let the Good Times Roll 3:14
- 6 Evenin’ 4:14
- 7 I Gotta Right to Sing the Blues 3:55
- 8 Keep the Faith, Baby 3:51
- 9 Old Count Basie Is Gone 3:24
- 10 Blue & Sentimental 3:20
- 11 New York State of Mind Standout 4:30
- 12 Undecided Blues 3:17
- 13 Blues in the Night 3:33
- 14 Stormy Weather Standout 4:34
- 15 Playin’ With My Friends 4:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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