Dive into the timeless magic of Sammy Davis Jr. with his captivating album, "Simply ... Mister Wonderful!" Released on January 1, 2021, under the label Jube Legends, this collection is a treasure trove of big band, swing music, adult standards, and vocal jazz that showcases the incredible range and talent of Sammy Davis Jr. Spanning a generous 1 hour and 26 minutes, the album features a stunning array of tracks that highlight the best of Sammy Davis Jr.'s artistry.
From the lively "Jubilee: Begin the Biguine" to the soulful "Lost In the Stars," each song is a testament to the enduring appeal of classic jazz and swing. The album includes beloved standards like "The Sound of Music: Climb Every Mountain," "The Boys from Syracuse: I Fell In Love With Love," and "West Side Story: Something's Comin'," as well as lesser-known gems like "The Gypsy In My Soul" and "Oh Shoo Be Doo Be." Sammy Davis Jr.'s smooth vocals and charismatic delivery bring a fresh energy to these timeless tunes, making "Simply ... Mister Wonderful!" a must-listen for fans of vocal jazz and swing music. Whether you're a long-time admirer of Sammy Davis Jr. or new to his work, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
Tracks
Jubilee: Begin the BiguineSammy Davis Jr., The Morty Stevens Orchestra
The Sound of Music: Climb Every MountainSammy Davis Jr., The Marty Paich Orchestra
The Boys from Syracuse: I Fell In Love With LoveSammy Davis Jr., The Sy Oliver Orchestra
I a Persian MarketSammy Davis Jr., The Sy Oliver Orchestra
The Lonsesome RoadSammy Davis Jr., The Morty Stevens Orchestra
PerdidoSammy Davis Jr., The Morty Stevens Orchestra
Knickerbocker Holiday: September SongSammy Davis Jr., The Sy Oliver Orchestra
The Gypsy In My SoulSammy Davis Jr., The Morty Stevens Orchestra
Mister Wonderful: Too Close for ComfortSammy Davis Jr., The Marty Paich Orchestra
Mister Wonderful: Without YouSammy Davis Jr., The Marty Paich Orchestra
Jumbo: My RoamnceSammy Davis Jr., The Marty Paich Orchestra
Mister Wonderful: The Song of Jacques D'IraqueSammy Davis Jr., The Morty Stevens Orchestra
Comes LoveSammy Davis Jr., The Jack Pleis Orchestra
Whoopee: Love Me or Leave MeSammy Davis Jr., The Marty Paich Orchestra
Going Hollywood: TemptationSammy Davis Jr., The Morty Stevens Orchestra
Bye Bye Birdie: Got a Lot of Livin' to DoSammy Davis Jr., The Marty Paich Orchestra
Don't Get Around Much MoreSammy Davis Jr., The Sy Oliver Orchestra
Will You Still Be MineSammy Davis Jr., The Jack Pleis Orchestra
Lost In the StarsSammy Davis Jr., The Marty Paich Orchestra
By MyselfSammy Davis Jr., The Sy Oliver Orchestra
Some Like It Hot: The Lady's In Love With YouSammy Davis Jr., The Jack Pleis Orchestra
West Side Story: Something's Comin'Sammy Davis Jr., The Marty Paich Orchestra
Don't Cha Go Way MadSammy Davis Jr., The Jack Pleis Orchestra
Finian's Rainbow: The Great "come-and-get-It-day"Sammy Davis Jr., The Marty Paich Orchestra
The King and I: We Kiss In a ShadowSammy Davis Jr., The Marty Paich Orchestra
Oh Shoo Be Doo BeSammy Davis Jr., The Sy Oliver Orchestra
South Pacific: There's Nothing Like a DameSammy Davis Jr., The Marty Paich Orchestra
Carousel: If I Loved YouSammy Davis Jr., The Marty Paich Orchestra
Beat Me Daddy Eight to the BarSammy Davis Jr., Gary Crosby, The Morty Stevens Orchestra
Happy EndingSammy Davis Jr., The Morty Stevens Orchestra
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