Is This Is Sinatra! a good place to start with Frank Sinatra?

Yes, This Is Sinatra! is recommended as a starting point for new Frank Sinatra listeners. A polished collection of timeless ballads and swing classics, showcasing Sinatra's smooth vocals against lush orchestral arrangements. By the time 'This Is Sinatra!' was released in January 1956, Frank Sinatra was firmly established as a solo artist, transitioning from his earlier days with big bands. This album came just after his commercial peak in the early 1950s and marked a resurgence in his popularity, aided by the success of films like 'From Here to Eternity' which won him an Academy Award.

Who is This Is Sinatra! for?

This Is Sinatra! works well if you're into timeless romantic evening vibes, smooth storytelling with lush arrangements and nostalgic melodies for reflection.

How many songs are on This Is Sinatra!?

This Is Sinatra! has 12 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.

Released 70 years ago

This Is Sinatra!

Frank Sinatra · 1956

35 min · 12 tracks · blues

A polished collection of timeless ballads and swing classics, showcasing Sinatra's smooth vocals against lush orchestral arrangements.

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Top tracks — play these first

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I've Got the World on a String Start here — The opening track captivates with its upbeat tempo and confident lyrics, encapsulating the carefree spirit that defines the album.
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Three Coins in the Fountain — This song beautifully blends lush orchestration with Sinatra's emotive delivery, making it a staple of romantic balladry.
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Love and Marriage — With its catchy melody and clever lyrics, this track humorously explores the inevitability of love and commitment, showcasing Sinatra's charm.
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Young at Heart — This poignant song highlights Sinatra's ability to convey deep emotion, reminding listeners of the joys and follies of youth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

74 /100

Alpine

Higher than 98% of albums we've rated

Sinatra's smooth vocals and orchestral arrangements create a polished collection of standards that solidify his pop status.

What we noticed

The album opens with a strong, upbeat track and maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace throughout the first half.
Each song features lush orchestral arrangements that complement Sinatra's smooth vocal delivery, creating a polished sound.
The last three tracks slow down significantly, allowing for a more introspective finish to the album.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 9/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

timeless romantic evening vibes
smooth storytelling with lush arrangements
nostalgic melodies for reflection
steady pacing for relaxed enjoyment

Maybe skip if you

prefer upbeat, high-energy tracks
seek experimental or avant-garde sounds

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album solidified Sinatra's status in traditional pop music during the 1950s.
Themes: post-war romance· societal expectations· mid-century nostalgia
Career context: By the time 'This Is Sinatra!' was released in January 1956, Frank Sinatra was firmly established as a solo artist, transitioning from his earlier days with big bands. This album came just after his commercial peak in the early 1950s and marked a resurgence in his popularity, aided by the success of films like 'From Here to Eternity' which won him an Academy Award.
Stylistic neighbors: Tony Bennett· Nat King Cole· Dean Martin