That's How I Love the Blues!
Mark Murphy · 1963
39 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of jazz and blues, showcasing Mark Murphy's rich vocals and emotive storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant storytelling through vocals
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- soulful moments of reflection
- playful energy for gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer, immersive experiences
- need continuous high-energy pace
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1963, 'That's How I Love the Blues!' was Mark Murphy's first album for the Riverside label, marking a pivotal moment in his career. By this time, he had already established himself as a notable figure in jazz but was looking to expand his repertoire with a focus on the blues genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Carmen McRae· Ella Fitzgerald· Sarah Vaughan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Going to Chicago Blues 4:14
- 2 Señor Blues 2:27
- 3 That's How I Love the Blues 3:47
- 4 Jelly Jelly Blues 3:25
- 5 I'm Left With the Blues in My Heart 2:13
- 6 Fiesta in Blue 3:13
- 7 Rusty Dusty Blues 2:05
- 8 Blues in the Night 3:39
- 9 The Meaning of the Blues 2:52
- 10 Everybody's Crazy 'Bout the Doggone Blues 2:25
- 11 Blues, You're the Mother of Sin 3:19
- 12 Wee Baby Blues 5:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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