album · December 1, 1957

The Beat of My Heart

Tony Bennett

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jazzpop

This 1957 release from Columbia Records features Bennett on a collection of standards that found him in top form, backed by the Ralph Sharon Trio and thexfunk/jazz giant Teddy Wilson.

• The album reached #9 on Billboard's Top LPs chart.
• The album was recorded in New York City on the 17th of January, 1957.
• This album was also released in 1957 on Trunk Records.

Tony Bennett is an American singer of pop standards, big band, show tunes, disco, and even rap. He is recognized and celebrated for introducing a younger generation to the past glories of traditional pop music.