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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

June 29, 2026 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: The Lady’s In Love With You

The song of the day for Monday, June 29, 2026, is “The Lady’s In Love With You.”

About Today

The lyricist of today’s song, Frank Loesser, was born 116 years ago on June 29, 1910. His work on Broadway includes Guys and Dolls, How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, and The Most Happy Fella. He also wrote many notable songs for film including “Let’s Get Lost,” “On a Slow Boat to China,” and “What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve.” You can read more about his life and work at frankloesser.com.

About This Song

“The Lady’s In Love With You” was written by Burton Lane (music) and Frank Loesser (lyrics) for the 1939 film Some Like It Hot (not to be confused with the excellent 1959 Billy Wilder film), where it was introduced by Bob Hope and Shirley Ross. It’s been widely recorded, including those by Tony Bennett, Glenn Miller, Margaret Whiting, and Michael Feinstein.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “The Lady’s In Love With You” on January 12, 1967, for Tony Makes It Happen! Marion Evans wrote the arrangement and conducted the band.

“The Lady’s In Love With You,” as well as Tony Makes It Happen! is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Burton Lane, Evans, Frank Loesser, Happy Birthday Frank Loesser, Marion, Tony Bennett, Tony Makes It Happen!

June 21, 2026 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Old Devil Moon

The song of the day for Sunday, June 21, 2026, is “Old Devil Moon.”

About This Song

“Old Devil Moon” was written by Burton Lane and Yip Harburg for the 1947 musical Finian’s Rainbow, which also gave us “How Are Things in Glocca Morra?” While Alec Wilder was no fan of “How Are Things in Glocca Morra?”, in America Popular Song, he praises “Old Devil Moon” as ‘a well-written, wholly convincing song. It drives, and its initial intensity is sustained throughout.’

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Old Devil Moon” on August 6, 1954, for his first LP album, Cloud 7, which was released in 1955. It was arranged by Chuck Wayne, who also played guitar for the album.

“Old Devil Moon,” as well as Cloud 7, is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Burton Lane, Chuck Wayne, Cloud 7, Finian's Rainbow, Tony Bennett, Yip Harburg

May 5, 2026 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Moments Like This

The song of the day for Tuesday, May 5, 2026, is “Moments Like This”

About This Song

“Moments Like This” was written by Burton Lane (music) and Frank Loesser (lyrics) for a 1938 movie called College Swing and was introduced by Florence George. Early recordings include those by Maxine Sullivan, Teddy Wilson and Dick Stabile and His Orchestra. Later recordings include those by Peggy Lee, Bobby Short and Michael Feinstein.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Moments Like This” in January 1986 for The Art of Excellence, Bennett’s first album after he returned to Columbia Records. Jorge Calandrelli wroth the arrangement and conducted the orchestra.

“Moments Like This,” as well as The Art of Excellence, is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Burton Lane, College Swing, Frank Loesser, Jorge Calandrelli, The Art of Excellence, Tony Bennett

April 2, 2026 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: The Lady’s In Love With You

The song of the day for Thursday, April 2, 2026, is “The Lady’s In Love With You.”

About This Song

“The Lady’s In Love With You” was written by Burton Lane (music) and Frank Loesser (lyrics) for the 1939 film Some Like It Hot (not to be confused with the excellent 1959 Billy Wilder film), where it was introduced by Bob Hope and Shirley Ross. It’s been widely recorded, including those by Tony Bennett, Glenn Miller, Margaret Whiting, and Michael Feinstein.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “The Lady’s In Love With You” on January 12, 1967, for Tony Makes It Happen! Marion Evans wrote the arrangement and conducted the band.

“The Lady’s In Love With You,” as well as Tony Makes It Happen! is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Burton Lane, Frank Loesser, Marion Evans, Tony Bennett, Tony Makes It Happen!

February 1, 2026 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Old Devil Moon

The song of the day for Sunday, February 1, 2026, is “Old Devil Moon.”

About This Song

“Old Devil Moon” was written by Burton Lane and Yip Harburg for the 1947 musical Finian’s Rainbow, which also gave us “How Are Things in Glocca Morra?” While Alec Wilder was no fan of “How Are Things in Glocca Morra?”, in America Popular Song, he praises “Old Devil Moon” as “a well-written, wholly convincing song. It drives, and its initial intensity is sustained throughout.”

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Old Devil Moon” on January 18, 1967, for Tony Makes It Happen! Marion Evans wrote the arrangement and conducted the orchestra.

“Old Devil Moon,” as well as Tony Makes It Happen, is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Burton Lane, Finian's Rainbow, Tony Bennett. Marion Evans, Tony Makes It Happen!, Yip Harburg

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