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A Swingin' Affair!

Frank Sinatra · 1957

47 min · 16 tracks · blues · jazz · swing

Swinging arrangements blend with Sinatra's smooth vocals, creating an inviting atmosphere of classic jazz elegance.

Why listen to this

Best for
inviting atmosphere for gatherings steady pacing for relaxed enjoyment smooth vocals for carefree moments
Context
Released in 1957, 'A Swingin' Affair!' marked Frank Sinatra's artistic peak during his tenure with Capitol Records. Following the commercial success of 'Come Fly with Me' in 1958, this album further established Sinatra as a leading figure in the big band and vocal jazz genres.
If you like
blues, jazz, swing

A Swingin' Affair! is an album by Frank Sinatra, released in 1957. Swinging arrangements blend with Sinatra's smooth vocals, creating an inviting atmosphere of classic jazz elegance. 'A Swingin' Affair!' received critical acclaim upon its release and solidified Sinatra's status as a pop culture icon. The album features classic standards and showcases Sinatra's signature phrasing and emotional delivery, influencing countless artists in the jazz and pop realms. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does A Swingin' Affair! sound like?

Swinging arrangements blend with Sinatra's smooth vocals, creating an inviting atmosphere of classic jazz elegance. Rooted in blues and jazz.

What makes A Swingin' Affair! by Frank Sinatra notable?

'A Swingin' Affair!' received critical acclaim upon its release and solidified Sinatra's status as a pop culture icon. The album features classic standards and showcases Sinatra's signature phrasing and emotional delivery, influencing countless artists in the jazz and pop realms. Released in 1957, 'A Swingin' Affair!' marked Frank Sinatra's artistic peak during his tenure with Capitol Records. Following the commercial success of 'Come Fly with Me' in 1958, this album further established Sinatra as a leading figure in the big band and vocal jazz genres.

Who is A Swingin' Affair! for?

A Swingin' Affair! works well if you're into inviting atmosphere for gatherings, steady pacing for relaxed enjoyment and smooth vocals for carefree moments.

How many songs are on A Swingin' Affair!?

A Swingin' Affair! has 16 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.

Tracklist

16 tracks·47:57

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Night and Day Standout 3:59
  • 2 I Wish I Were in Love Again 2:27
  • 3 I Got Plenty o’ Nuttin’ 3:10
  • 4 I Guess I’ll Have to Change My Plans 2:23
  • 5 Nice Work If You Can Get It 2:21
  • 6 Stars Fell on Alabama 2:37
  • 7 No One Ever Tells You 3:23
  • 8 I Won’t Dance Standout 3:21
  • 9 Lonesome Road 3:53
  • 10 At Long Last Love 2:23
  • 11 You’d Be So Nice to Come Home To 2:03
  • 12 I Got It Bad and That Ain’t Good 3:22
  • 13 From This Moment On 3:50
  • 14 If I Had You 2:35
  • 15 Oh! Look at Me Now 2:48
  • 16 The Lady Is a Tramp Standout 3:15

Release Date

May 6, 1957

Genre

blues, jazz, swing

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Artist Origin

Italy

Runtime

47 min 57 sec