In the 1960’s “Tell Me All about Yourself”, Nat King Cole showcased his excellent voice and flawless musicianship. Being a perfectionist, especially when singing love songs, Cole featured his talents in pop and jazz.
The lush musical arrangements by David Cavanaugh and Ralph Carmichael truly made the grade, generating consistently refined tunes. Although in this particular LP, Cavanaugh did not direct the Count Basie band, the orchestral arranger was at the top of his game.
Even though most of the songs were not as popular as some others, the album is heartfelt and enchanting, especially with Cole singing in a much slower tempo –enhancing the sound itself.
“Tell Me All about Yourself” is simply one of the best ballad albums during the year 1960, with its precise blending of vocals and music. The LP was recorded and released by Capitol Tower Records and was produced by Lee Gillette.
The album made it to a respectable spot in the album survey’s Top 40. Cole did not have to compete with the brass section of the band because the mesh was nothing but spectacular.
Several selections were vintage as Cole sang Sammy Cahn’s “Until the Real Thing Comes Along” and “(I Would Do) Anything for You”.
The sassy but politically incorrect song, “You’ve Got the Indian Sign on Me”, gave a refreshing gush of wind for the LP.
orty-seven years later, the LP was partnered with “Welcome to the Club” in a restoration CD for Cole’s classic hits. The project was done by Collector’s Choice Music.
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