The song of the day for Friday, July 19, 2024, is “Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea.”
About This Song
“Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea” was written by Harold Arlen and Ted Koehler in 1931; it was one of the early swing rhythm songs. It was recorded in the first few years by Louis Armstrong and Cab Calloway. The Benny Goodman recording, with vocals by Helen Ward, is also well-regarded.
About This Version
Tony Bennett recorded “Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea” on September 4, 1964, for the album Who Can I Turn To. It was arranged and conducted by George Siravo.
“Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea,” as well as Who Can I Turn To, is available on Apple Music.
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