Cocktail Hour
Six until nine. Martinis, terraces, hotel bars.
Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Julie London, Chet Baker. Records that raise the temperature of a room without anyone noticing why.
Chet Baker Sings
Chet Baker · 1954
The most persuasive argument ever made for doing absolutely nothing before dinner.
Julie Is Her Name
Julie London · 1955
One voice, one guitar, one bass — and a room that goes quiet by itself.
Jazz Samba
Stan Getz · 1962
The record that introduced Bossa Nova to the wider world, a suave transatlantic dialogue between American cool jazz and Brazilian warmth.
África Brasil
Jorge Ben Jor · 1976
Jorge Ben Jor’s 1976 masterwork remains an electrifying blend of samba-rock, funk, and Afro-Brazilian mysticism, a vibrant sonic tapestry essential for the discerning collector.
Solo in Rio
Luiz Bonfá · 1959
Luiz Bonfá’s inaugural solo album, a masterclass in the nuanced art of Brazilian guitar, offering a sophisticated underscore to the early evening hours.
Songs for Swingin' Lovers!
Frank Sinatra · 1956
Frank Sinatra, at the pinnacle of his Capitol years, distils the intoxicating allure of mid-century romance, transforming familiar standards into declarations of sophisticated devotion.
Wives and Lovers
Jack Jones · 1963
With his 1963 breakthrough, Jack Jones charted a course for mid-century elegance, his baritone voice navigating the complexities of modern romance. A masterclass in sophisticated song interpretation, featuring arrangements by Marty Paich, Shorty Rogers, and Pete King.