Together Again: For the First Time
Mel Tormé · 1978
32 min · 7 tracks · traditional pop
Mel Tormé's rich baritone weaves through lush orchestration, blending jazz standards with intimate pop sensibilities.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its successful reinterpretations of classic standards, earning praise for Tormé's vocal performance. It solidified his status within the traditional pop genre during the late 1970s and showcased his ability to bridge generations of music lovers.
- Best for
- steady melodic journeys throughout intimate moments of reflection for rainy days
- Context
- Released in 1978, 'Together Again: For the First Time' marked Mel Tormé's return to recording after a brief hiatus. This album came during a period when Tormé was seeking to reconnect with his jazz roots and showcase his vocal prowess alongside contemporary arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elvis Presley· Aretha Franklin· Charlie Rich· Jo Stafford· Andy Williams· Herbie Hancock· Ramsey Lewis· Peggy Lee
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 When I Found You 3:17
- 2 Here's That Rainy Day 4:56
- 3 Blues In The Night Standout 8:05
- 4 Bluesette 3:29
- 5 You Are The Sunshine Of My Life Standout 4:31
- 6 I Won't Last A Day Without You Standout 3:56
- 7 Lady Be Good 4:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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