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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

June 10, 2023 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: There Will Never Be Another You

The song of the day for Sunday, June 11, 2023, is “There Will Never Be Another You.”

About This Song

“There Will Never Be Another You” was written in 1942 by Harry Warren, with lyrics by Mack Gordon. It was written for a Sonja Henie film called Iceland, starring Miss Henie and John Payne as U.S. Marine who was stationed in Iceland during World War II. Amazingly, this beautiful song was not nominated for an Academy Award. No matter. The song has become a serious jazz standard and has had many fine recordings, including Bennett’s 1959 recording with Count Basie and his 1962 improvisation with Dave Brubeck at the White House Sessions. Other significant recordings include those by Lionel Hampton, Chet Baker, Nat King Cole, and Sonny Rollins.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “There Will Never Be Another You” on December 30, 1958, for the album In Person! with an arrangement by Ralph Sharon. This album was intended to be recorded live with the Count Basie Orchestra. However, the tape from the concert had poor quality and couldn’t be used. They re-recorded all of the songs in the studio and, oddly, released it with the originally planned title, In Person!.

“There Will Never Be Another You,” as well as In Person! is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Harry Warren, Mack Gordon, Ralph Sharon, The Count Basie Orchestra, Tony Bennett

May 15, 2023 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: There’s A Lull In My Life

The song of the day for Tuesday, May 16, 2023, is “There’s A Lull In My Life.”

About This Song

“There’s A Lull In My Life” was written by Harry Revel and Mack Gordon for the 1937 film Wake Up and Live, where it was introduced by Alice Faye. The song is considered somewhat experimental for its time.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “There’s A Lull In My Life” on October 14, 1964, for his album Who Can I Turn To. It was arranged by George Siravo.

“There’s A Lull In My Life,” as well as Who Can I Turn To is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: George Siravo, Harry Revel, Mack Gordon, Tony Bennett, Who Can I Turn To

September 5, 2021 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: There Will Never Be Another You

The song of the day for Monday, September 6, 2021, is “There Will Never Be Another You.”

About This Song

“There Will Never Be Another You” was written by Harry Warren and Mack Gordon in 1942 for the movie Iceland, where it was introduced in the movie by Joan Merrill. Amazingly, this beautiful song was not nominated for an Academy Award. No matter. The song has become a serious jazz standard and has had many fine recordings, including Bennett’s 1959 recording with Count Basie and his 1962 improvisation with Dave Brubeck at the White House Sessions. Other significant recordings include those by Lionel Hampton, Chet Baker, Nat King Cole, and Sonny Rollins.

About This Version

Tony Bennett and The Dave Brubeck Trio closed out their improv set with “There Will Never Be Another You,” captured on Bennett/Brubeck: The White House Sessions, Live 1962.

There Will Never Be Another You (with The Dave Brubeck Trio) - Live at the Washington Monument, Washington, D.C. - August 1962

Listen to There Will Never Be Another You (with The Dave Brubeck Trio) - Live at the Washington Monument, Washington, D.C. - August 1962 on Spotify. Tony Bennett, Dave Brubeck Trio · Song · 2013.

“There Will Never Be Another You,” as well as Bennett/Brubeck: The White House Sessions, Live 1962 is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Bennett/Brubeck The White House Sessions Live 1962, Harry Warren, Iceland movie, Mack Gordon, The Dave Brubeck Trio, Tony Bennett

July 29, 2021 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: There’s a Lull in My Life

The song of the day for Friday, July 30, 2021, is “There’s a Lull in My Life.”

About This Song

“There’s a Lull in My Life” was written in 1937 by Harry Revel and Mack Gordon. It was written for the 1937 film Wake Up and Live, where it was introduced by Alice Faye. The song is considered somewhat experimental for its time.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “There’s a Lull in My Life” in 1964 for his album Who Can I Turn To. George Siravo wrote the arrangement.

There"s a Lull In My Life

Listen to There"s a Lull In My Life on Spotify. Tony Bennett · Song · 1964.

“There’s a Lull in My Life,” as well as Who Can I Turn To is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: George Siravo, Harry Revel, Mack Gordon, Tony Bennett, Wake Up and Live, Who Can I Turn To

July 18, 2021 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Mam’selle

The song of the day for Monday, July 19, 2021, is “Mam’selle.”

About This Song

“Mam’selle” was written by Edmund Goulding and Mack Gordon for the 1947 film The Razor’s Edge, which starred Tyrone Power. This lovely song has been widely recorded by artists including Frank Sinatra, Dennis Day, Frankie Laine, and, of course, Tony Bennett.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Mam’selle” in 1959 for the album Tony Sings For Two, which was released in 1962. Bennett recorded all of the songs on this album with only Ralph Sharon on piano–no other instruments. It’s a really gorgeous album, as is this song.

Mam"selle

Listen to Mam"selle on Spotify. Tony Bennett · Song · 1961.

“Mam’selle,” as well as Tony Sings For Two is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Edmund Goulding, Mack Gordon, Ralph Sharon, Tony Bennett, Tony Sings for Two

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