This 1957 album features Cole's smooth vocals backed by Nelson Riddle's lush orchestrations, presenting a collection of romantic ballads. It became his best-selling album, topping the Billboard charts and cementing Cole's status as a vocal superstar.
- The album reached number one on the Billboard Top Pop Albums chart and stayed there for eight weeks.
- It was Cole's first 12-inch LP and his first album to be recorded in stereo.
- The album's success demonstrated Cole's enduring appeal across multiple genres, from jazz to pop standards.
Nat King Cole was a sophisticated American jazz pianist and vocalist who became one of the most popular singers of the 20th century. In 1957, he was at the height of his powers, having already achieved massive crossover success and preparing for further international ventures.
Tracklist
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Penthouse Serenade1952
Just One Of Those Things2023
Mona Lisa1950
The Christmas Song2013
The Extraordinary2014
The Very Thought of You1958
L-O-V-E1964
Nat King Cole Sings / George Shearing Plays2023
Christmas With Nat King Cole2018
Live at the Blue Note Chicago2024
The Velvet Voice1999
The Very Best of Nat King Cole2006
