Few singers have embodied the timeless appeal of the Great American Songbook quite like Tony Bennett. Across a career spanning more than seven decades, Bennett established himself as one of the finest interpreters of song, known for bringing warmth, elegance, and effortless swing to every performance. Had he been with us today, Bennett would have celebrated his 100th birthday - and like many music lovers around the world, we're marking the occasion by reflecting on the remarkable legacy of one of the most enduring voices in popular music.
In celebration of his centenary, we're taking a journey through Tony Bennett's extraordinary catalogue, revisiting the performances that defined his career and demonstrated the remarkable scope of his artistry. From beloved classics such as 'I Left My Heart in San Francisco' to iconic collaborations with the likes of Bill Evans and Lady Gaga, these recordings chart the evolution of an artist who never stopped exploring new musical possibilities, yet remained steadfastly true to the timeless elegance of jazz.
A selected discography of Tony Bennett:
Tony Bennett: I Left My Heart… A Centenary Tribute
Tony Bennett
Retrospective's tribute presents the 57 finest from his glorious 1950s and early 1960s heyday (prior to his later 60s decline in popularity). From the earliest success, Boulevard Of Broken Dreams, and the cream of his huge early 50s hits, such as million-sellers Because Of You, Cold, Cold Heart, Rags To Riches and Stranger In Paradise, the selection then gives emphasis (24 tracks) to his development into one of the great jazz vocalists of the age, working with Ralph Burns, Ralph Sharon and, especially, the Count Basie orchestra (Jeepers, Creepers, Strike Up The Band!).
Available Format: 2 CDs
The Tony Bennett / Bill Evans Album
Tony Bennett & Bill Evans
The Tony Bennett Bill Evans Album (1975) brings together two legends of modern music. Featuring just vocal and piano, without any additional musicians, the two artists selected the songs and worked out the arrangements for what was to become the first of two albums together.
Available Formats: Hi-Res+ FLAC/ALAC/WAV, Hi-Res FLAC/ALAC/WAV, FLAC/ALAC/WAV, MP3
The Tony Bennett / Bill Evans Album
Tony Bennett & Bill Evans
Available Format: Vinyl Record
Legend
Tony Bennett
A classy compilation worthy of one of the greatest American vocalists in history, Tony Bennett. Featuring recordings from the late '50s including the timeless classics "Anything Goes," "With Plenty Of Money And You," "Chicago," "Jeepers Creepers" and more.
Available Format: Vinyl Record
60 Essential Recordings
Tony Bennett
60 tracks from one of the greatest male vocalists of all time, who grew up listening to jazz, show tunes, country and pop, and went on to be a fine exponent of them all. Many of his most famous and favourite renditions can be found within.
Available Format: 3 CDs
Viva Duets
Tony Bennett
Viva Duets finds Bennett performing his greatest hits with a celebrated roster of artists including Christina Aguilera, Marc Anthony, Miguel Bosé, Robert Carlos, Ana Carolina, Chayanne, Franco DeVita, Gloria Estefan, Vicente Fernández, Maria Gadú, Juan Luis Guerra, Dani Martín, Romeo Santos, Thalía and Vicentico, and others.
Available Formats: FLAC/ALAC/WAV, MP3
Cheek To Cheek
Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga
Collaborative album by the American recording artists Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga. Featuring famous jazz standards including 'Anything Goes', 'Sophisticated Lady' and 'It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)', the album debuted at #10 in the UK Albums Chart.
Available Formats: FLAC/ALAC/WAV, MP3
Love Is Here To Stay
Tony Bennett
Tony and Diana continue their 20 + year collaboration to release their first album together celebrating the songbook of the Gershwin brothers, the greatest songwriters of the 20th Century. This intimate record has Tony and Diana accompanied by the Bill Charlap Trio, enabling the essence of each song to be fully realized.
Available Formats: CD, Hi-Res FLAC/ALAC/WAV, FLAC/ALAC/WAV, MP3
Stranger In Paradise - The Early Hits
Tony Bennett
This beautiful 16 track LP comprises the best A-sides he released during the first decade and more of his career, and naturally features his biggest US and UK chart hits which he enjoyed during that period. It including his signature song “I Left My Heart In San Francisco” plus the classic No.1s “Because Of You”, “Cold Cold Heart”, “Rags To Riches” & “Stranger In Paradise”. It’s a hugely entertaining insight into the early career of a unique talent.
Available Format: Vinyl Record
