Swing cover

Swing

The Manhattan Transfer · 1997

44 min · 13 tracks · blues · jazz · gospel

A vibrant blend of jazz, swing, and a cappella harmonies that celebrates classic American music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • upbeat tracks for social gatherings
  • playful energy for dancing
  • nostalgic vibes with friends
  • steady rhythm for background enjoyment

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer long, introspective pieces
  • seek heavy, complex soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Swing' was released in 1997, The Manhattan Transfer was well-established as a leading vocal group, having formed in 1969. This album marked their return to the swing genre after previous explorations into pop and R&B, following their Grammy-winning projects from the late '80s and early '90s.
Stylistic neighbors
The Swingle Singers· Pentatonix· Vocalosity

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Stomp of King Porter 3:12
  • 2 Sing a Study in Brown 2:51
  • 3 Sing Moten’s Swing 3:36
  • 4 A-Tisket, A-Tasket 2:57
  • 5 I Know Why (And So Do You) 3:34
  • 6 Sing You Sinners 2:45
  • 7 Java Jive 2:51
  • 8 Down South Camp Meetin’ 3:15
  • 9 Topsy 3:14
  • 10 Clouds 7:12
  • 11 Skyliner 3:11
  • 12 It’s Good Enough to Keep 3:11
  • 13 Choo Choo Ch’ Boogie 3:00

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata