Return to Paradise Islands
Bing Crosby · 1964
51 min · 18 tracks · country · folk · jazz
A lush blend of Hawaiian melodies and easy listening charm, evoking sun-soaked paradise islands.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady tropical flow throughout sun-soaked melodies for relaxation for laid-back gatherings
- Context
- Released in 1964, 'Return to Paradise Islands' came during Bing Crosby's later career when he was transitioning from film star to recording icon. This album followed his successful television specials and showcased his enduring appeal as a vocalist, particularly in the realm of popular music.
- If you like
- country, folk, jazz
Return to Paradise Islands is an album by Bing Crosby, released in 1964. A lush blend of Hawaiian melodies and easy listening charm, evoking sun-soaked paradise islands. The album is significant for its contribution to the popularization of Hawaiian music in the United States during the 1960s. It peaked at number 14 on the Billboard Top LPs chart, demonstrating Crosby's continued commercial viability and influence. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Return to Paradise Islands sound like?
A lush blend of Hawaiian melodies and easy listening charm, evoking sun-soaked paradise islands. Rooted in country and folk.
What makes Return to Paradise Islands by Bing Crosby notable?
The album is significant for its contribution to the popularization of Hawaiian music in the United States during the 1960s. It peaked at number 14 on the Billboard Top LPs chart, demonstrating Crosby's continued commercial viability and influence. Released in 1964, 'Return to Paradise Islands' came during Bing Crosby's later career when he was transitioning from film star to recording icon. This album followed his successful television specials and showcased his enduring appeal as a vocalist, particularly in the realm of popular music.
Who is Return to Paradise Islands for?
Return to Paradise Islands works well if you're into steady tropical flow throughout, sun-soaked melodies for relaxation and for laid-back gatherings.
How many songs are on Return to Paradise Islands?
Return to Paradise Islands has 18 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Return to Paradise Standout 3:21
- 2 The Hukilau Song Standout 2:15
- 3 The Old Plantation 3:48
- 4 Lovely Hula Hands Standout 2:56
- 5 Love and Aloha 3:19
- 6 Keep Your Eyes on the Hands 2:46
- 7 Adventures in Paradise 3:17
- 8 Frangipani Blossom 2:51
- 9 Forevermore 3:24
- 10 Farewell My Tane 3:59
- 11 Beautiful Kahana 3:44
- 12 Home in Hawaii (King's Serenade) 3:08
- 13 Return to Paradise (False Start and Studio Chatter) 1:00
- 14 My Little Grass Shack 2:26
- 15 The Cockeyed Mayor of Kaunakakai 2:15
- 16 Yaaka Hula Hickey Dula 2:31
- 17 Ukulele Lady 2:22
- 18 King's Serenade 2:13
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