Julie London

cool jazz, jazz standard, pop rock, traditional pop

United States

"Each song unfolds with a languid pace, where gentle swings and deliberate pauses accentuate the weight of unspoken desire."

Quick Start

A good place to start with Julie London is…

In Person at the Americana

1964

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Career Arc

Julie London's discography from 1955 to 1991

1955 1973 1991

Julie Is Her Name (1955) Julie London (1955) Lonely Girl (1956) Calendar Girl (1956) Baby, Baby, All The Time (1956) Julie (1957) Make Love to Me (1957) About the Blues (1957) Julie Is Her Name, Volume... (1958) London by Night (1958) Your Number Please (1959) Swing Me an Old Song (1959) Julie...At Home (1960) Around Midnight (1960) Whatever Julie Wants (1961) Send for Me (1961) The Best of Julie (1962) Sophisticated Lady (1962) Love Letters (1962) The Wonderful World of Ju... (1963)

Julie London matters for her ability to encapsulate the intimate and smoky allure of mid-century jazz, carving a space for sensuality and vulnerability in popular music.

Julie London matters for her ability to encapsulate the intimate and smoky allure of mid-century jazz, carving a space for sensuality and vulnerability in popular music. Her presence was a pivotal shift, bringing a sultry sophistication to the genre that resonated deeply with listeners seeking both escape and connection in the post-war era. In a landscape often dominated by bigger bands and more boisterous sounds, London's understated delivery offered a refreshing counterpoint, allowing her to create an emotional resonance that lingered long after the last note faded. Her approach is marked by a meticulous attention to mood, using phrasing and breath control to draw listeners into her world. London’s recordings are often characterized by their sparse arrangements, where silence plays as vital a role as melody, creating a rich tapestry of tension and release. This simplicity gives her voice room to breathe—transcending mere performance into an immersive experience that invites introspection. Lyrically, she often explores themes of longing, love, and heartache with a candid yet sophisticated tone. London’s storytelling leans towards impressionistic snapshots rather than linear narratives, delivering emotions through subtle nuances rather than overt declarations. Her sincerity is palpable, creating an intimacy that feels both personal and universal.

Full discography

Julie London's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

35 releases • 34 albums • 1 EP • 1955–1991

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Albums ()

Time for Love: The Best of Julie London

1991

Yummy, Yummy, Yummy

1969

Easy Does It

1968

Nice Girls Don't Stay for Breakfast

1967

With Body & Soul

1967

For the Night People

1966

Our Fair Lady

1965

Feeling Good

1965

All Through the Night: Julie London Sings the Choicest of Cole Porter

1965

By Myself

1965

In Person at the Americana

1964

Julie London

1964

The Wonderful World of Julie London

1963

The End of the World

1963

Love on the Rocks

1963

Latin in a Satin Mood

1963

The Best of Julie

1962

Sophisticated Lady

1962

Love Letters

1962

Whatever Julie Wants

1961

Send for Me

1961

Julie...At Home

1960

Around Midnight

1960

Your Number Please

1959

Swing Me an Old Song

1959

Julie Is Her Name, Volume II

1958

London by Night

1958

Julie

1957

Make Love to Me

1957

About the Blues

1957

Lonely Girl

1956

Calendar Girl

1956

Baby, Baby, All The Time

1956

Julie Is Her Name

1955

EPs ()

Julie London

1955

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Timeline

How their sound evolved over time

Julie Is Her Name (1955)

Julie London (1955)

Lonely Girl (1956)

Calendar Girl (1956)

Baby, Baby, All The... (1956)

Julie (1957)

Make Love to Me (1957)

About the Blues (1957)

Julie Is Her Name, V... (1958)

London by Night (1958)

Your Number Please (1959)

Swing Me an Old Song (1959)

Julie...At Home (1960)

Around Midnight (1960)

Whatever Julie Wants (1961)

Send for Me (1961)

Sophisticated Lady (1962)

The Best of Julie (1962)

Love Letters (1962)

The Wonderful World... (1963)

The End of the World (1963)

Love on the Rocks (1963)

Latin in a Satin Moo... (1963)

In Person at the Ame... (1964)

Julie London (1964)

Our Fair Lady (1965)

Feeling Good (1965)

All Through the Night: Julie London Sings the Choicest of Cole Porter

All Through the Nigh... (1965)

By Myself (1965)

For the Night People (1966)

Nice Girls Don't Sta... (1967)

With Body & Soul (1967)

Easy Does It (1968)

Yummy, Yummy, Yummy (1969)

Time for Love: The B... (1991)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Julie London sound like?

Each song unfolds with a languid pace, where gentle swings and deliberate pauses accentuate the weight of unspoken desire. Rooted in pop rock and traditional pop. Start with Julie Is Her Name.

What is the best Julie London album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Julie Is Her Name" (1955). It's the most representative of what makes Julie London worth hearing.

Who is Julie London for?

If you're into pop rock and traditional pop, Julie London is worth your time. Each song unfolds with a languid pace, where gentle swings and deliberate pauses accentuate the weight of unspoken desire.

How many albums does Julie London have?

Julie London has 35 releases in their discography, including 34 albums and 1 EP.

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