Send for Me
Julie London · 1961
28 min · 12 tracks · jazz
Smooth, sultry vocals glide over lush arrangements, creating an intimate atmosphere perfect for late-night listening.
Top tracks — play these first
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Evenin’ — This track opens the album with a classic jazz feel, featuring London's rich tone that sets the mood for the entire collection.
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I Must Have That Man — This song highlights London's playful delivery and emotional depth, capturing the essence of longing that resonates throughout the album.
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Send for Me — 'Send for Me' serves as the titular track, showcasing a perfect blend of romantic yearning and jazzy sophistication that defines London's artistry.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends jazz and pop with smooth vocals over lush arrangements, creating an intimate listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album features lush orchestral arrangements that complement London's smooth vocal style, creating a rich sonic texture.
- Each track maintains a slow to mid-tempo pace, contributing to the overall intimate and relaxed atmosphere.
- Several songs incorporate subtle call-and-response elements between the vocals and instrumental sections, enhancing the conversational feel of the music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate late-night gatherings
- quick bursts of sultry charm
- playful energy for socializing
- easy listening during dinner
- nostalgic vibes for relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of lengthy epics
- prefer high-energy dance tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Send for Me' was released in 1961, Julie London had established herself as a prominent figure in the cool jazz and traditional pop scenes. This album followed her successful run in the late 1950s and marked a continuation of her iconic sound, characterized by her smoky voice and sophisticated interpretations of popular standards.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ella Fitzgerald· Sarah Vaughan· Nina Simone
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Evenin’ 2:40
- 2 What’s Your Story Morning Glory 2:45
- 3 Get on the Right Track 2:07
- 4 I Must Have That Man 2:15
- 5 Tain’t What You Do (It’s the Way That Cha Do It) 2:05
- 6 Baby Come Home 2:40
- 7 Everyday (I Have the Blues) 2:42
- 8 Yes Indeed 2:03
- 9 Gee Baby Ain’t I Good to You 1:52
- 10 Cheatin’ on Me 1:55
- 11 Travl’in Light 3:02
- 12 Send for Me 2:45
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