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New Tricks

Bing Crosby · 1957

30 min · 12 tracks · country ยท folk ยท jazz

A smooth blend of jazz standards and traditional pop, showcasing Crosby's warm vocal delivery and nostalgic charm.

New Tricks is an album by Bing Crosby, released in 1957. A smooth blend of jazz standards and traditional pop, showcasing Crosby's warm vocal delivery and nostalgic charm. 'New Tricks' is significant for its collection of classic standards, reaffirming Crosby's status as a preeminent crooner. The album received positive critical reception, reflecting the enduring appeal of Crosby's style during an era when musical tastes were evolving dramatically. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does New Tricks sound like?

A smooth blend of jazz standards and traditional pop, showcasing Crosby's warm vocal delivery and nostalgic charm. Rooted in country and folk.

What makes New Tricks by Bing Crosby notable?

'New Tricks' is significant for its collection of classic standards, reaffirming Crosby's status as a preeminent crooner. The album received positive critical reception, reflecting the enduring appeal of Crosby's style during an era when musical tastes were evolving dramatically. Released in 1957, 'New Tricks' came during Bing Crosby's later career when he was transitioning from the peak of his fame in the 1940s. This album followed a series of successful projects, including his notable work in film and radio, positioning him as a beloved figure in American music history even as tastes began to shift towards rock and roll.

How many songs are on New Tricks?

New Tricks has 12 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·30:47

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 When I Take My Sugar To Tea 2:56
  • 2 On The Alamo 2:54
  • 3 I'm Confessin' (That I Love You) Standout 3:42
  • 4 Between The Devil And The Deep Blue Sea Standout 2:01
  • 5 Georgia On My Mind Standout 3:21
  • 6 Chicago 2:03
  • 7 You're Driving Me Crazy (What Did I Do) 2:55
  • 8 Avalon 1:42
  • 9 Chinatown, My Chinatown 1:39
  • 10 If I Could Be With You (One Hour Tonight) 2:18
  • 11 Softly, As In A Morning Sunrise 3:22
  • 12 Alabamy Bound 1:54

Release Date

January 1, 1957

Genre

jazz

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

30 min 47 sec