Vocalese

by The Manhattan Transfer

Vocalese cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1 July 1985
  • Label: Atlantic
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 45:47
  • Community rating: 3.22/5 from 2 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Dedicated entirely to the art of vocalese, the vocal quartet intricately set lyrics to classic jazz instrumental solos for this ambitious project. The highly acclaimed record features guest appearances by numerous jazz legends, successfully bridging the gap between historical swing and modern pop sensibilities.

Genres

Descriptors: Ballad

Tracklist

  1. That's Killer Joe (5:03)
  2. Rambo (3:21)
  3. Airegin (3:21)
  4. To You (3:57)
  5. (You Should) Meet Benny Bailey (3:35)
  6. Another Night In Tunisia (4:15)
  7. Ray's Rockhouse (5:10)
  8. Blee Blop Blues (3:06)
  9. Oh Yes, I Remember Clifford (3:49)
  10. Sing Joy Spring (7:13)
  11. Move (2:51)

Credits

  • The Manhattan Transfer - primary artist
  • Richie Cole - alto saxophone
  • Wayne Johnson - banjo, guitar
  • Don Roberts - baritone saxophone, tenor saxophone
  • Alex Blake - bass
  • John Patitucci - bass
  • Marshall Hawkins - bass
  • Ray Brown - bass

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