Episodes
I've wondered about love songs and the people they are written for.
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Larry Gelb-The Love Song Of Ian Ops
Bill Evan’s-Waltz for Debby
Cedar Walton- Skylark
Bill Charlap- One Morning In May
Sarah Vaughan- Misty
Sandy Evans- Indigo Hues.
Dj Bonebrake- Orpheus
Ray Brown Orchestra- Everything I Love
Dexter Gordon -Our Love Is Here To Stay
Rachel Caswell-For All We Know
Published 09/16/24
Another Unsolved Mystery of the 50’s this week, we take a look at the life of recently departed Sergio Mendez and I will tell you the story of a moron I met this week.
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Alien Fashion Show- Rocket 95
Tikiyaki 5-0- The Ipcress File
Alika Lyman Group-Theme from Bewitched
Stanley Turrentine- Dearly Beloved
Serge Gainsbourg- L'Eau A La Bouche
Towner Galaher- Simone
Joey Altruda- Mucci's Jag MK. II
Stereophonic Space Sound Unlimited- Inspector Cortez
Daniel Pemberton- I,...
Published 09/13/24
Perhaps "it's Complicated" applies to you?
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Giacomo Gates - Since I Fell For You
Barney Kessel-Satin Doll
Dexter Gordan-Flick Of A Trick
JV-Blues For A Haunted Croonoir
James Morrison - A Time For Love
Johnny Mandel-Quietly There
Les Baxter-Emerald Sea
Narco Lounge Combo-Bright Lights, Big City
Natalie Cole - Unforgettable
Pepper Adams-Bloos, Bloos, Blues
Tiki Delights-Fashionably Late Again
Published 09/12/24
I don't need to tell you how important dental health is.
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Dawan Muhammad- Remember to Smile
Stanley Turrentine Trio- Wee Hour Theme
Dj Bonebrake- Orpheus
Martini Kings- Goodbye to Lonely Town
Lea Delaria- Call Me
Larry Gelb-The Love Song Of Ian Ops
Don Shirley-One for My Baby
Roger Williams-Riviera Concerto
Dexter Gordon -Our Love Is Here To Stay Our Love Is Here To Stay
Ixtahuele- Scenes I-III
Cedar Walton- Skylark
James Spencer-Shadowed Illusions
Rachel Caswell-For...
Published 09/10/24
Careful of fanatics, they are always one -eyed and can't see the bigger picture/
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Stanley Turrentine-Troubles of the World
Ann-Margret - I Wanna Be Loved
Elvis-Almost In Love
Bill Evans-Waltz for Debby
Sandy Evans- Indigo Hues.
Sarah Vaughan- Misty – Live at Tivoli Garden, Copenhagen_1963
Sarah Vaughan- Sophisticated Lady
George Golla- Lush Life
Ray Brown Orchestra- Everything I Love
Blue Martinis- You Turn Me On Baby
Albare- Once I Loved
Aya Fukiage I Got It Bad and...
Published 09/08/24
A heist film with Kramer as he returns this week with another gripping tale in Kramers Classic movies.
I’ve discovered a new way authorities can torture terrorists which I think could be effective. We have some letters into the show and some cool gigs to mention
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The Tikiyaki Orchestra- Espionage-a-trois
Combustible Edison-Pink Victim
Black Flamingos-Tales From the Crypt
Mr Moai and the Tikiheads- Sugar Cane Spirits
Martini Kings- Dance of the Virgins
Joey Altruda-...
Published 09/06/24
lets get out there amongst it!
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John Coltrane-Afro Blue
Dave Miller Trio-As Long As I Live
Thomas Mackay-Black Orchid
Bobby Darin-The Curtain Falls
Dave Brubeck-The Duke
Mary Stallings-Gypsy In My Soul
Thelonious Monk-I’m Getting Sentimental Over You
George Shearing-Isn’t It Romantic
Janet Seidel -Let’s Do It
Mel Torme-Stardust
Anita O’Day-You’d Be Son Nice To Come Home To
Published 09/03/24
From the papers, a story of woe.
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Kenyon Hopkins-Am I Blue
Kenyon Hopkins-Cool_Village
Stan Getz- Alfie
Roger Williams-Deep Purple
Frank Sinatra- Witchcraft
James Spencer- Basie Blue and Sentimental
James Spencer-The Start Affair
Jane Russell - You're Mine, You
Gene Howard-The Man I Love
Mel Torme- I Know Your Heart
Les Baxter- Lost in Meditation
Bobby Darin- The Days Of Wine And Roses
Astrid Gilberto-The Shadow Of Your Smile
Doris Day- Summer Has Gone
Conte Candoli...
Published 09/01/24
Some espionage coming your way with Jason Whiton and Spyvibe this week talking "Enter The Dragon. We take a look at some gigs to attend across the globe plus I’ll tell you a story of an interesting thing I heard at a Coffee shop this week.
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Honolulu Transport-Marvellous
Angelo Badalamenti-Freshly Squeezed
Lalo Schifrin: Su-Lin (The Monk)
Intoxika-Taboo
Ixtahuele-Dharmaman feat king Kukulele
The Hynotiques-Ace Face
Octobop-Have You Hugged Your Martian Today
Stanley...
Published 08/30/24
I was asked why I am always so well dressed, I responded with "I'm Vain". She didn't know what to say after that.
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John Neal and His Orchestra-Blue Martini
Jackie Gleason-Blue Velvet
Chet Baker - Blue Thoughts
Marty Paich Trio- Dusk Light
Phineas_Newborn~Love And Marriage
Dexter Gordon-Stairway To The Stars
Helen Merrill-Soft As Spring
Astrud Gilberto-The Shadow Of Your Smile
Anne Phillips-A Stranger In Town
jazz Vibes-Lionel's Blues
Miles Davis-Blue In Green
James...
Published 08/29/24
Yes it can happen, but here is the thing...you quickly learn how little they actually meant to you and how they held you back. So...little loss really. Just make sure you turn up to the funeral to make sure they are dead!
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Bill Evans- My Man's Gone Now
Shelly Manne & His Friends-Exodus
Steve Tyrell - Georgia On My Mind
John Coltrane - Interlude 3 - Live 1
Barney Kessel-Satin Doll
Blossom Dearie- Meditation
Oscar Pettiford- Laura
Cal Tjader-Between The Devil &...
Published 08/27/24
A work in progress maybe?
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Gerry Mulligan And His Orchestra- For An Unfinished Woman
Steve Million- Situations
Lyn Stanley- The Island
Jazz Lounge Zone- Relaxing Piano Music
Dick Hyman- I Wish You Love
Oscar Peterson Trio- You Look Good To Me
Dave Brubeck- One Alone
Bill Charlap Trio- All Across the City
Chris Connor-Something To Live For
Gerry Mulligan & Chet Baker- Nights At The Turntable
Joe Lovano -I’m All For You
Bill Evans-My Funny Valentine
George Shearing ...
Published 08/25/24
Sad news this week of the passing of French screen legend Alain Delon, we will have a look at that story in Lounge Life Magazine and this week Gary Wells is back with Words With Wellsy and Sam Cooke is on the agenda
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Aloha Kaftan Society -Walter Goes Shopping
Joey Altruda-All The Cats
Sam Cooke- Summertime
Jazz Vibes-Vibraphone Be Bop
Dimitri From Paris-A Very Stylish Girl
Bill Irwin -Seduction
Serge Gainsbourg-Intoxicated Man
Sir Julian- A Man and A Woman
Tiki...
Published 08/23/24
Love can mean a lot of things.
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Dave Miller Trio-You Don’t Know What Love Is
Tiki Delights-Cocktail Time
Bill Evans -Blue Serge
Mancini-The Summer Knows
Nicholas Godin-Pigalle Darling Club
Oscar Moore Trio-Come In Out Of The Rain
Luke Gillespie-Beautiful Love
Jackie Gleason-It All Depends On You
Barney Kessel-It Could Happen To You
James Spencer-Romancin Jackie Gleason
Chet Baker-The Thrill Is Gone
Living Strings-The Night Is Young and You’re So Beautiful
Aya...
Published 08/22/24
Just follow these easy steps kids
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Frank Sinatra-Nice Work If You Can Get It
Nat King Cole- Cherchez La Femme
Los Machucambos-How insensitive
Matt Monro-strangers in the night
Bobby Darin-skylark
Roger Williams-Moonlight Love
Duke Ellington-In A Sentimental Mood
Gene Howard-Hes Funny That Way
Ron Goodwin-Playtime on Pluto
Mal Fitch- Lulu's Back in Town
Roger Williams-Strange Music
Joyce Chante António Carlos- S'Wonderfull
Beverly Kenney- You Couldn't Be...
Published 08/20/24
Work just as hard as to not get fired is a pretty good motto
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James Spencer- Easy Living
Kenyon Hopkins-April_in_Paris
Hank Garland- Autumn Leaves
Nat King Cole- When Sunny Gets Blue
Oscar Peterson- You Make Me Feel So Young
Tony Bennett- A Weaver Of Dreams_There Will Never Be Another You
Dean Martin- You're Breaking My Heart
Chet Baker-daybreak
Tiki Lounge Crew- Martini Nova
Sinatra-at long last love
Astrud Gilberto-The Shadow Of Your Smile
Les Baxter- Tahiti A...
Published 08/18/24
An Album special this week with one you will easily see in any charity store by Mr Sergio Mendes.
A Deep Though, our Stuff Segment and a look at the World of Swank with lots of cool gigs to attend.
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Tiki Delights-San Francisco Samba
Voodoo 5-Miserlou
Sergio Mendes- Mas Que Nada
Brian Landrus- The Telecasters
Isrea Butler- B.G.'s Groove
Kava Kon & The Kilimanjaro Darkjazz Ensemble- Palace of the Tiger Women
Linda Carone-Don't Be on the Outside
Martini Kings- Zou...
Published 08/16/24
Doing What I Do Best can you guess what it is?
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Gaea Schell- Luna Plateada
Victor Feldman Trio- Dream Dance
Peter Nero- For All We Know
Rose Sinclair-Misty
John Coltrane-Too Young To Go Steady
Chet Baker- There Is No Greater Love
Linda Carone-Having It All
The Martini Kings -Desafinado
Melanchrino Strings- Arrivederci, Roma
Jack Jezro-Darn That Dream
Lea Delaria- Call Me
George Benson- Thunder Walk
Oscar Peterson- Learnin The Blues
Henry Mancini- Brief and Breezy
Published 08/14/24
Looking out the window, how is your view!
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George De Hart-Body and Soul
Vince Guaraldi Trio- Manha De Carnaval
George Shearing -Midnight On A Cloud
Cannonball Adderly- Spontaneous Combustion
Art Pepper-These Foolish Things
Edward Simon-Gracias A La Vida
Stan Getz-Her
John Neil And His Orchestra-Who Is Wendy
Melenchrino Strings-When October Goes
Stan Whitmire-Somewhere In Time
Monica Mancini-Moment To Moment
Paul Weston
Published 08/12/24
This week another Unsolved Mystery of the Fifties and lots of new music !
So, mix yourself a martini, settle into your favorite chair, and let the smooth sounds of Cocktail Nation take you away. You're in for an unforgettable evening
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Black Flamingoes-Tales From the Crypt
Project K_67-Nightdrive
Al Cailoa- Experiment In Terror
Harold Schenk- Bachelor Pad
Dubbelorganisterna- Hubble
Isrea Butler- Pennies from Heaven
Hi Tide Orchestra-Eu Sei Que Vou Te Amar
Ìxtahuele...
Published 08/09/24
Look, if you have to be sad, it's better to be rich and sad than poor and sad.
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Ahmad Jamal-Ahmad’s Blues
The Adderly Brothers-Big E
James Spencer-Easy Living
Dexter Gordon-Flick Of A Trick
Andrea Keller-Footprints
John Lampkin-Hittin the Haven
Michelle Lordi-Imagination
Thad Jones-Minor On Top
Chet Baker-When Your Lover Has Gone
Published 08/07/24
What sort of holiday do you like?
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The Rob Dixon Quintet – Caravan
Mark Riddle – Drifting
Dan Rose- Ellington Medley
Dexter Gordon- Somebody’s Fool
Julie London- Fantasy.
Chat Baker – Hollywood Tonight
David Fleming Lake Como
Pierro Umilani – Lounge Suite
Bill Evans-My Man’s Gone Now
Dominico Moduguno
John Lamkin -Ode to George Floyd
Tiki Delights -San Francisco
James Spencer Spring is here
Published 08/05/24
Tonight, we've got a packed show for you. First up, Spyvibe With Jason Whiton talking The Man With The Golden Gun and we'll be answering a listener's burning question and take you on a journey through the "World of Swank" with our gig guide, highlighting the hottest upcoming events and must-see performances.
And of course, we've got some fantastic new music lined up for you, featuring fresh tracks from the Tiki Delights and David Fleming.
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Narco Lounge...
Published 08/02/24
I'm gonna tell you about a guy I knew who was in an extreme friend zone.
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Phineas Newborn – Gee baby ain’t I Good to you
Bill Charlap Trio- All Across The City
James Spencer- Midnight Melancholy
Martini Kings – The Girl From Ipanema
Beegie Adair – Orange Coloured Sky
Jack Jezro – Beautiful Love
Thelonious Monk- Round Midnight
Dean Martin -Give me a little kiss
Mantovani – Irma La Douce
James Bond and his Sextet- You only live twice.
The Oscar Moore Trio – Come in out of...
Published 07/28/24
This week on Cocktail Nation Words With Wellsy, lounge tunes, and Lounge Life Magazine headlines like vintage cars and time travel. We’ll also remember Bob Newhart and ponder a deep thought: Tune in for an unforgettable mix of music and musings!
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Stereophonic Space Sound Unlimited- Inspector Cortez
The Swongos - Mr. Pole's Revenge
Martini Kings- Zou Bisou Bisou
Kenny Sasaki-Pina Colada
Voodoo 5-Off Shore
Tiki Delights- Shaken not Stirred
Clouseaux- The Monkey with...
Published 07/26/24