This Is Sinatra!
Frank Sinatra · 1956
35 min · 12 tracks · blues · jazz · swing
Lush orchestrations and Sinatra's smooth baritone create a timeless blend of romance and nostalgia.
Why this album works
The album is significant not only for its commercial success—it reached #1 on the Billboard albums chart—but also for its influence on future crooners and vocalists. Songs like 'I've Got the World on a String' have become jazz standards, showcasing Sinatra's ability to reinterpret classic material and establish himself as a cultural icon.
- Best for
- timeless romantic evening vibes smooth storytelling with lush arrangements nostalgic melodies for reflection
- Context
- Released in 1956, 'This Is Sinatra!' marked Frank Sinatra's emergence as a solo superstar, solidifying his transition from big band vocalist to a leading figure in popular music. This album followed his earlier successes, including the acclaimed 'Songs for Young Lovers' and showcased his evolving artistry after leaving the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Miles Davis· Thelonious Monk· Jula de Palma· Milva· Herbie Hancock· Aretha Franklin· Dave Brubeck· Oscar Peterson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I've Got the World on a String Standout 2:14
- 2 Three Coins in the Fountain 3:07
- 3 Love and Marriage Standout 2:41
- 4 From Here to Eternity 3:01
- 5 South of the Border 2:52
- 6 Rain 3:27
- 7 The Gal That Got Away 3:12
- 8 Young at Heart 2:53
- 9 Learnin' the Blues 3:04
- 10 My One and Only Love Standout 3:15
- 11 Love Is the Tender Trap 3:00
- 12 Don't Worry 'Bout Me 3:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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