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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of 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 21, 2021 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams

The song of the day for Thursday, July 22, 2021, is “Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams.”

About This Song

“Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams” was written in 1931 by Harry Barris, with lyrics by Ted Koehler and Billy Moll. It’s one of the classic Depression-era songs that hoped to help people forget their troubles and dream of better days. Bing Crosby made the first recording in 1931 with the Gus Arnheim Orchestra.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams” in 1964 for his album Who Can I Turn To. It was arranged and conducted by George Siravo.

Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams (And Dream Your Troubles Away) (with Ralph Sharon & his Orchestra)

Listen to Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams (And Dream Your Troubles Away) (with Ralph Sharon & his Orchestra) on Spotify. Tony Bennett · Song · 1964.

“Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams,” as well as Who Can I Turn To is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Billy Moll, George Siravo, Harry Barris, Ted Koehler, Tony Bennett, Who Can I Turn To

May 17, 2021 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Who Can I Turn To

The song of the day for May 18, 2021, is “Who Can I Turn To.”

About This Song

“Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me)” was written by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley for the 1964 British musical The Roar of the Greasepaint, The Smell of the Crowd. Producer David Merrick saw the production in London and decided to bring it to America, starting first with a nationwide tour. Around that time, Tony Bennett made this recording, which was a hit for him; this helped bring attention to the musical and helped ensure its success in the US.P

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me)” in 1964 for his album Who Can I Turn To. George Siravo conducted and arranged the album.

Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me)

Listen to Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me) on Spotify. Tony Bennett · Song · 1964.

“Who Can I Turn To,” as well as the album Who Can I Turn To, is available from Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Anthony Newley, George Siravo, Leslie Bricusse, The Roar of the Greasepaint The Smell of the Crowd, Tony Bennett, Who Can I Turn To

January 8, 2021 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: The Best Things To Be Is A Person

The song of the day for Saturday, January 9, 2020, is “The Best Thing To Be Is A Person.”

About This Song

“The Best Thing To Be Is A Person” was written in 1964 by Bob Haymes (brother of singer Dick Haymes), with lyrics by Alan Brandt.

I chose this song today because of these lyrics:

The Lord said, “You can be a big man,
And I can tell you where to start.
Just let the world around you
Know the love that’s in your heart.”

I thought it was a good message for this time.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “The Best Thing To Be Is A Person” in 1964 for his album Who Can I Turn To. George Siravo wrote the arrangement and conducted the orchestra.

The Best Thing to Be Is a Person (feat. The Ralph Sharon Trio)

Listen to The Best Thing to Be Is a Person (feat. The Ralph Sharon Trio) on Spotify. Tony Bennett · Song · 1964.

“The Best Thing To Be Is A Person,” as well as , is available from Apple Music.”The Best Thing To Be Is A Person.”

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Alan Brandt, Bob Haymes, George Siravo, Tony Bennett, Who Can I Turn To

June 29, 2019 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Playlist of the Week: Tony Sings With the Ladies, Part 1

The playlist of the week of June 30, 2019, is Tony Sings With the Ladies, Part 1.

Tony Sings With the Ladies, Part 1

This week’s playlist features some of Tony’s duets with female singers.

“Lullaby of Broadway” with the Dixie Chicks, from Duets: An American Classic

“I’m Confessin’ (That I Love You)” with k.d. lang, from A Wonderful World

“Body and Soul” with Amy Winehouse, from Duets II

“They Can’t Take That Away From Me” with Diana Krall, from Love Is Here To Stay

“But Beautiful” with Lady Gaga, from Cheek to Cheek

“Stormy Weather” with Natalie Cole, from Playin’ With My Friends

“Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me)” with Queen Latifah, from Duets II

“I Gotta Right To Sing The Blues” with Bonnie Raitt, from Playin’ With My Friends

“Anything Goes+ with Lady Gaga, from Cheek to Cheek

Filed Under: Playlist of the Week Tagged With: A Wonderful World, Amy Winehouse, Anything Goes, Body and Soul, Bonnie Raitt, But Beautiful, Cheek to Cheek, Diana Krall, Dixie Chicks, Duets II, Duets: An American Classic, I Gotta Right To Sing The Blues, I'm Confessin' (That I Love You), k d lang, Lady Gaga, Lullaby of Broadway, Natalie Cole, Playin' With My Friends, Queen Latifah, Stormy Weather, They Can't Take That Away From Me, Who Can I Turn To

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