Plays and Sings Matt Dennis

by Matt Dennis

Overview

Recorded at the Tally-Ho in Hollywood, Matt Dennis Plays and Sings Matt Dennis is a program of what visitors to his supper-club sets could expect from one of the best lounge singers in an era before the term became a dirty word. Accompanying himself on the piano with bass and drums for backing, Dennis sings 12 of his own tunes, including an avalanche of standards -- "Will You Still Be Mine," "The Night We Called It a Day," "Angel Eyes," "Violets for Your Furs," "Everything Happens to Me," and "Let's Get Away from It All." Though his voice doesn't quite match his notable composing skills, Dennis uses his narrow range and soft, high-tenor tone to craft a sensitive vocal style. His deft sense of humor also comes in handy during several hilarious offsides to the audience and listener, often in the middle of a line. Virgina Maxey duets with him on "We Belong Together" and "When You Love a Fella." ~ John Bush

Product Details

Release Date:	12/01/2023
Label:	Universal
UPC:	4988031592755
Rank:	112817

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Matt Dennis   Primary Artist,Vocals,Piano

Technical Credits

Matt Dennis   Composer
Paul Herrick   Composer
Albert Marx   Liner Notes
Tom Adair   Composer