Vocalese
The Manhattan Transfer · 1985
45 min · 11 tracks · blues · jazz · gospel
A vibrant fusion of jazz harmonies and intricate vocal arrangements that reimagines classic tunes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- vibrant, engaging vocal harmonies
- gradual builds and payoffs
- immersive listening sessions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1985, The Manhattan Transfer had already established themselves as a prominent vocal group, following their Grammy-winning album 'Bodies and Soul' in 1983. 'Vocalese' marked their fifth studio album and showcased their continued evolution in blending jazz with pop sensibilities, further solidifying their reputation in the music industry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Swingle Singers· Pentatonix· Vocalosity
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 That’s Killer Joe 5:03
- 2 Rambo 3:21
- 3 Airegin 3:21
- 4 To You 3:54
- 5 Meet Benny Bailey 3:32
- 6 Another Night in Tunisia 4:14
- 7 Ray’s Rockhouse 5:07
- 8 Blee Blop Blues 3:05
- 9 Oh Yes, I Remember Clifford 3:49
- 10 Sing Joy Spring 7:11
- 11 Move 2:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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