The New Scene
Sarah Vaughan · 1966
35 min · 12 tracks · bebop · cool jazz
A vibrant blend of jazz standards and pop influences, showcasing Vaughan's rich vocal artistry and emotional depth.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing for relaxed afternoons gentle resolutions throughout the album vibrant vocals for casual gatherings
- Context
- Released in 1966, 'The New Scene' marked a notable phase in Sarah Vaughan's career as she transitioned towards a more mainstream sound. This album followed her successful works in the jazz genre, illustrating her adaptability and broadening appeal. At this time, Vaughan was solidifying her status as a versatile vocalist capable of crossing genres.
- If you like
- bebop, cool jazz
The New Scene is an album by Sarah Vaughan, released in 1966. A vibrant blend of jazz standards and pop influences, showcasing Vaughan's rich vocal artistry and emotional depth. This album is significant for its commercial success, reaching the Billboard charts and receiving positive critical reception. The track 'What Now My Love' became particularly notable for its crossover appeal, highlighting Vaughan's ability to connect with a broader audience beyond traditional jazz fans. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The New Scene sound like?
A vibrant blend of jazz standards and pop influences, showcasing Vaughan's rich vocal artistry and emotional depth. Rooted in bebop and cool jazz.
What makes The New Scene by Sarah Vaughan notable?
This album is significant for its commercial success, reaching the Billboard charts and receiving positive critical reception. The track 'What Now My Love' became particularly notable for its crossover appeal, highlighting Vaughan's ability to connect with a broader audience beyond traditional jazz fans. Released in 1966, 'The New Scene' marked a notable phase in Sarah Vaughan's career as she transitioned towards a more mainstream sound. This album followed her successful works in the jazz genre, illustrating her adaptability and broadening appeal. At this time, Vaughan was solidifying her status as a versatile vocalist capable of crossing genres.
Who is The New Scene for?
The New Scene works well if you're into steady pacing for relaxed afternoons, gentle resolutions throughout the album and vibrant vocals for casual gatherings.
How many songs are on The New Scene?
The New Scene has 12 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 One Two Three 2:42
- 2 What Now My Love Standout 2:30
- 3 Love Standout 2:28
- 4 Who Can I Turn To 3:37
- 5 Call Me 2:49
- 6 With These Hands 3:55
- 7 Michelle 3:21
- 8 Sneakin’ Up on You 2:21
- 9 Everybody Loves Somebody Standout 2:47
- 10 The Shadow of Your Smile 3:52
- 11 Dominique’s Discoteque 3:07
- 12 I Should Have Kissed Him More 2:20
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