We remember Mel Tormé. ‘The Velvet Prince’
Concord tape ‘An Evening with George Shearing & Mel Tormé’ (1982)
'An Evening with George Shearing & Mel Tormé' is a live (and the first of six albums they did together) album recorded on April 15, 1982 and released the same year by Concord.
This week In One-Off Collaborations 51/52
This week In Jazz Legends 47/52
This week In Jazz Legends 33/52 (special collaborations)
This week In Male Balladeers 23/52
Singing With Ella Fitzgerald
Happy Birthday Liza Minnelli. ‘Lady Liza’
We remember George Shearing. ‘The Lullaby of Shearing Land’
Ella Fitzgerald records the album ‘Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie!’ with a quartet led…
Ella Fitzgerald's 'Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie!' is a studio album recorded on January 23, 1961 &June 22-23, 1961 with a jazz quartet led by Lou Levy and released the same year By Verve.
Diana Krall’s ‘Christmas Songs’ is her ninth album published by Verve (2005)
Diana Krall's 'Christmas Songs' is her ninth album performed with the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra and released on November 1, 2005 by Verve Records.
Helen Merrill records with Clifford Brown ‘Helen Merrill,’ her eponymous debut album…
'Helen Merrill' is her eponymous debut studio album recorded on December 22-24, 1954, with Clifford Brown and released in 1955 by Emarcy.
This week In Singing Ladies 51/52
We remember Jon Hendricks. ‘Jon, He ‘s Only Singing
Wes Montgomery records his twelfth album ‘Movin’ Wes’ for Verve (1964)
Wes Montgomery's 'Movin' Wes' is his twelfth (and his second to reach the charts) album recorded on November 11, 16, 1964 and released the same year by Verve.
Jack Bruce records ‘Things We Like’ with John McLaughlin, Dick Heckstall-Smith and Jon…
Jack Bruce's 'Things We Like' is an album recorded in August 1968 with John McLaughlin, Dick Heckstall-Smith and Jon Hiseman and released In 1970 by Polydor / Atco.
Chet Baker records ‘Chet Baker Sings’ for Pacific Jazz (1954)
'Chet Baker Sings' is an album recorded on February 15, 1954 and July 30, 1956 and released in 1956 by Pacific Jazz.
George Shearing records ‘The Swingin’s Mutual!’ with Nancy Wilson (1961)
George Shearing's 'The Swingin's Mutual!' is an album recorded with Nancy Wilson on June 29 & July 5–6, 1960 and January 7, 1961 and released in 1961 by Capitol.
Wes Montgomery records his seventh (and first live) album : ‘Full House’ with Johnny…
Wes Montgomery's 'Full House' is his seventh (and first live) album recorded on June 25, 1962 by Riverside/Ojc.
Jane Monheit’s ‘The Heart of the Matter’
Jane Monheit's 'The Heart of the Matter' is her eighth studio album released on April 16, 2013 by Emarcy / Universal.
Singing Broadway
Eighty six famous artists sing seventy songs lifted from sixty-one Broadway Shows. This is our special "Singing Broadway" in video Track Listing :
Two Blue
Jazzed Christmas
More Than Youmans
Midnight, Before, After And ’Round
Swinging ’round Midnight
Wintertime (2)
Fire Departments
Happiness Is A Warm Fun
It Might as Well Be Spring (actually it is)
‘We Are Live’ N°17 – Vintage 90s Music Videos
From the anthemic "Alive" by Pearl Jam, blending raw introspection and arena energy, to the Scorpions’ "Wind of Change," a melodic reflection of geopolitical optimism, the tracks showcase diverse artistry. Mike + The Mechanics deliver
…‘L’Amour Toujours’ New Music Videos – N°712
Mario Judah blends rap and rock on "Love You Anymore." Laqshay Kapoor transitions to Bollywood with "Mera Intezaar." Dax confronts heartbreak in "I Hate That I Love You." SHEN B mixes rap and tradition on "Raat." Puya and Nicole Cherry
…This week In ’90s Throwback’ 07/52
Jamiroquai’s "Cosmic Girl" blends disco-funk revival with '90s electronic flair, boasting syncopated rhythms and galactic-inspired lyrics, though its mechanical edge may feel rigid. Critics like Caroline Sullivan liken its harmonies to
…‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°545 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos
Coheed and Cambria’s "The Suffering" fuses progressive complexity with radio-ready hooks, driven by Claudio Sanchez’s piercing vocals and a sleek blend of metal crunch and melody. Matchbox Twenty’s "Disease," co-written with Mick Jagger,
…‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°657 – 2010s Music Videos
Taylor Swift’s "Style" captures the push-pull dynamics of a turbulent romance with sleek production and nods to nostalgia, standing tall on *1989*. Sam Smith’s "Like I Can" blends heartfelt vocals and polished power pop, finding popularity
…‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°692 – 2010s Music Videos
Paramore’s "The Only Exception" showcases a softer, stripped-down ballad in 6/8 time, veering from their usual energy. Hayley Williams’ heartfelt delivery anchors the track, which gained commercial traction, hitting No. 17 in Australia and
…‘Music For The Dancers’ N°333 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos
Garbage's "Cherry Lips (Go Baby Go)" mixes quirky glam-pop with retro-futuristic vibes, featuring Steve Marker's tuba through a wah-wah pedal and Daniel Shulman's groovy bassline. Its playful energy earned solid global chart positions,
…‘Music For The Dancers’ N°330 – Vintage 80s Music Videos
This week In ’90s Throwback’ 06/52
Amy Winehouse’s "Love Is a Losing Game" is a minimalist heartbreak ballad from *Back to Black*, where her smoky vocals shine against sparse production, earning it an Ivor Novello Award. Samantha Fish brings fiery blues-rock intensity to "I
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