Name: Nat King Cole and Me
Brand: Gregory Porter

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

5791499

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Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Format detail

Double LP Set.

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2017-10-27

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Universal

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

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0602557914993

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2 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Gregory Porter

Genre GB

Jazz

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Blue Note

Blue Note is a record label that has made a significant impact in the jazz genre. Founded in 1939 by Alfred Lion and Max Margulis, Blue Note focused on traditional jazz and swing recordings, producing timeless classics. In the 1950s, it became one of the first labels to feature bop musicians. After being acquired by *Universal Music Group* in 1965, Blue Note expanded its repertoire to include more commercially-oriented music like jazz-fusion. Throughout the years, Blue Note underwent various changes in ownership and reissue programs but continued to release new recordings and previously unreleased material.

In 1982, Blue Note catalog reissues began appearing on *United Artists Records*, which was owned by Michael Cuscuna who oversaw the UA-era reissue program. The label was later relaunched as part of *Capitol-EMI's* subsidiary *Manhattan Records* in 1985. It was during this time that Blue Note released key albums from its history and introduced previously unissued material.

In 1989, Blue Note became the division under which all of Capitol-EMI's jazz activities were organized. However, two years later, *Manhattan Records* was revived for smooth jazz and pop-jazz releases while Blue Note continued to thrive as a prominent label within Capitol-EMI's roster.

Gregory Porter is an American jazz vocalist, songwriter, and actor. Born in 1971 in Sacramento, CA and raised in Bakersfield, CA, he currently resides in New York City, USA.
With his rich baritone voice and soulful delivery, Porter has captivated audiences worldwide. His unique blend of jazz, gospel, blues, and soul influences creates a sound that is both timeless and contemporary.
Porter's talent has earned him numerous accolades including Grammy Awards for Best Jazz Vocal Album. He continues to push the boundaries of jazz music with his powerful performances and heartfelt lyrics.

Grammy-winning singing sensation Gregory Porter – one of the most successful jazz artists of his generation – is back with a new album, Nat King Cole and Me, released on Decca / Blue Note. It is a deeply personal tribute to Nat King Cole – the legendary crooner who ignited Gregory’s love of music. Recorded at London’s AIR Studios, the 12-track album features some of Gregory’s favourite Nat King Cole tunes including Smile, L-O-V-E and Nature Boy. There is also a Nat-inspired arrangement of Gregory’s own song When Love Was King, originally released on his million-selling hit album, Liquid Spirit. For Gregory Porter, the influence of Nat King Cole on his life and music runs deep, a through-line that reaches back into some of his earliest childhood memories, and culminates in the release of his new album Nat King Cole and Me.

CD+ - 15 Track Deluxe CD and a 34 page hardcover booklet.

Nat King Cole and Me

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