Nat King Cole & Me
Gregory Porter · 2017
49 min · 12 tracks · blues · soul · vocal jazz
A heartfelt homage where smooth vocals intertwine with rich jazz instrumentation, celebrating classic standards.
Nat King Cole & Me is an album by Gregory Porter, released in 2017. A heartfelt homage where smooth vocals intertwine with rich jazz instrumentation, celebrating classic standards. The album received widespread acclaim and peaked at No. 1 on the UK Jazz & Blues chart, further solidifying Porter's position as a leading voice in contemporary jazz. It also garnered a Grammy nomination for Best Traditional R&B Performance, highlighting its impact on both the jazz and broader music community. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Nat King Cole & Me sound like?
A heartfelt homage where smooth vocals intertwine with rich jazz instrumentation, celebrating classic standards. Rooted in blues and soul.
What makes Nat King Cole & Me by Gregory Porter notable?
The album received widespread acclaim and peaked at No. 1 on the UK Jazz & Blues chart, further solidifying Porter's position as a leading voice in contemporary jazz. It also garnered a Grammy nomination for Best Traditional R&B Performance, highlighting its impact on both the jazz and broader music community. Released in 2017, 'Nat King Cole & Me' marks Gregory Porter's fifth studio album and showcases his continued evolution as a jazz vocalist. Following the critical success of 'Liquid Spirit' in 2013, Porter embraced a tribute format to honor the legacy of Nat King Cole, blending his soulful sound with nostalgic arrangements.
How many songs are on Nat King Cole & Me?
Nat King Cole & Me has 12 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Mona Lisa Standout 4:20
- 2 Smile 4:18
- 3 Nature Boy Standout 3:46
- 4 L‐O‐V‐E Standout 2:09
- 5 Quizas, Quizas, Quizas 4:31
- 6 Miss Otis Regrets 4:32
- 7 Pick Yourself Up 3:12
- 8 When Love Was King 7:46
- 9 The Lonely One 4:35
- 10 Ballerina 2:51
- 11 I Wonder Who My Daddy Is 3:49
- 12 The Christmas Song 3:45
Release Date
January 1, 2017
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
49 min 34 sec
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