Sinatra: New York cover

Sinatra: New York

Frank Sinatra · 2009

229 min · 61 tracks · blues · jazz · swing

A vibrant tapestry of classic standards interwoven with Sinatra's smooth vocals and lively orchestral arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • for nostalgic evenings
  • engaging storytelling through monologues
  • celebratory sing-alongs with friends
  • rich orchestral arrangements enhance emotions

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, standalone tracks
  • dislike lengthy listening experiences

Where this album fits

Themes
New York nightlife· cultural icon legacy
Career context
Released in 2009, 'Sinatra: New York' marked a significant release as it encapsulated the essence of Frank Sinatra's storied career through a live performance retrospective. At this point, Sinatra had already established himself as a cultural icon, having garnered numerous accolades including Grammy Awards and global recognition for his contributions to music since the 1940s. The album serves as a celebration of his legacy, highlighting his connection to New York City.
Stylistic neighbors
Tony Bennett· Nat King Cole· Dean Martin
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Duets II by Tony Bennett — Features lush orchestral arrangements and standards, echoing Sinatra's smooth vocal style.
Ella Fitzgerald Sings the George and Ira Gershwin Songbook by Ella Fitzgerald — Shares a similar vibrant orchestration and interpretations of American standards.
Love Is the Thing by Nat King Cole — Combines smooth vocals with rich orchestral backing, creating a warm, romantic atmosphere akin to Sinatra's work.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Introductions: Martin Block and Tommy Dorsey 3:51
  • 2 I'll Never Smile Again 3:28
  • 3 “oh! Look at Me Now” 2:07
  • 4 This Love of Mine 4:40
  • 5 “Too Marvelous for Words” 2:34
  • 6 They Can't Take That Away From Me 2:40
  • 7 I Have Dreamed 3:16
  • 8 Monologue 2:12
  • 9 A Foggy Day 3:15
  • 10 My Heart Stood Still 2:57
  • 11 I Get a Kick Out of You 3:47

Disc 2

  • 1 Overture: All the Way/My Kind of Town/You Will Be My Music 2:37
  • 2 Come Fly With Me 2:06
  • 3 I Get a Kick Out of You 4:15
  • 4 Don't Worry About Me 4:34
  • 5 If 4:03
  • 6 Bad, Bad Leroy Brown 3:01
  • 7 Medley: Last Night When We Were Young/Violets for Your Furs/Here's That Rainy Day 11:05
  • 8 Bows You Will Be My Music 1:01
  • 9 Monologue 7:20
  • 10 My Way 4:24
  • 11 You Will Be My Music 4:09
  • 12 I've Got You Under My Skin 4:35
  • 13 Send in the Clowns 5:10
  • 14 That's Life 2:38
  • 15 Bows My Way 1:11
  • 16 There Used to Be a Ballpark 4:04
  • 17 My Kind of Town 3:13
  • 18 Bows My Way 1:54

Disc 3

  • 1 Overture: It Was a Very Good Year/All the Way/My Kind of Town 2:58
  • 2 The Lady Is a Tramp 4:07
  • 3 I Get a Kick Out of You 4:13
  • 4 What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life? 4:21
  • 5 Bad, Bad Leroy Brown 3:19
  • 6 Let Me Try Again (Lassie Moil le Temps) 4:51
  • 7 Send in the Clowns 5:34
  • 8 My Kind of Town 2:48
  • 9 Monologue 3:16
  • 10 Autumn in New York 3:30
  • 11 If 3:30
  • 12 I've Got You Under My Skin 4:39
  • 13 Angel Eyes 6:11
  • 14 The House I Live In 6:15
  • 15 You Are the Sunshine of My Life 4:15
  • 16 My Way 4:00
  • 17 Bows My Way 1:57

Disc 4

  • 1 Fly Me to the Moon (In Other Words) 2:35
  • 2 Luck Be a Lady 6:10
  • 3 This Is All I Ask 3:49
  • 4 Come Rain or Come Shine 3:49
  • 5 Monologue 1:54
  • 6 My Way 3:34
  • 7 Teach Me Tonight 4:32
  • 8 Pennies From Heaven 4:12
  • 9 For Once in My Life 3:00
  • 10 Strangers in the Night 2:39
  • 11 Monologue 4:04
  • 12 Mack the Knife 4:49
  • 13 Summer Wind 3:09
  • 14 Theme From New York New York 3:39
  • 15 Bows Good-Bye 2:01

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