First published 2018
Tony Bennett examines the key themes and influences that shaped his musical journey across nine decades. Working alongside radio host and jazz authority Dick Golden, Bennett explores the creative forces behind his interpretations of the Great American songbook. The book covers his approach to performance, his relationships with fellow artists, and the experiences that informed his artistic choices. Bennett discusses his recording process, his collaborations, and the musical traditions he has carried forward. Through personal reflections and insights from colleagues, the book reveals how Bennett maintained his artistic vision while adapting to changing musical landscapes. More than 140 photographs, album covers, and personal items accompany the text, along with contributions from Michael Bublé and Danny Bennett. This volume follows Bennett's earlier book about his visual art career and focuses specifically on his musical legacy and the craft of interpretation.
Genres: biography, art, 20th-century, non-fiction, music, 21st-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: memoir, personal-reflection
Period: Decades
208 pages · Hardcover · Union Square & Co.