Velvet & Brass
Mel Tormé · 1995
53 min · 13 tracks · traditional pop
Luxurious arrangements and Tormé's velvet vocals create a timeless jazz experience steeped in nostalgia.
Why this album works
'Velvet & Brass' is significant as it highlights Tormé's ability to reinterpret classic standards for a new generation. The album received critical acclaim and was recognized for its lush production, contributing to the revival of interest in jazz standards in the mid-1990s.
- Best for
- steady melodic exploration throughout nostalgic warmth for cozy evenings velvet vocals for intimate moments
- Context
- By the release of 'Velvet & Brass' in 1995, Mel Tormé was a seasoned artist with a career spanning over five decades. This album came during a resurgence of interest in traditional pop and jazz standards, showcasing Tormé's enduring vocal prowess after notable works throughout the 20th century.
- 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 Nobody Else but Me 3:59
- 2 Liza (All the Clouds'll Roll Away) 3:34
- 3 If You Could See Me Now Standout 4:50
- 4 I Get a Kick Out of You Standout 5:15
- 5 Have You Met Miss Jones? 2:48
- 6 Love Walked In 3:34
- 7 Autumn Serenade Standout 5:58
- 8 My Sweetie Went Away 3:29
- 9 I'll Be Around 4:23
- 10 On the Swing Shift 3:18
- 11 High and Low 3:11
- 12 In the Still of the Night 5:02
- 13 I'm Glad There Is You 4:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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