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February 17, 2012
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Celebrating the Many Talents of Nat King Cole
Kirsten Kendrick and Mary McCann (2010-03-16)
Nat King Cole was enduring, iconic and, appropriately enough, unforgettable. Keystone/Hulton Archive
SEATTLE, WA (KPLU) - Saint Patrick's Day is also the birthday of Nat King Cole. To celebrate the many talents of this versatile performer, KPLU music host Mary McCann compiled a list of five Nat King Cole songs for our Web site and NPR's music Web site. Mary talked with KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick about some of the songs, which showcase Nat King Cole's incredible range.

Mary McCann's Five Nat King Cole Selections:

  • Jumpin' at Capitol - Jumpin' at Capitol - Nat King Cole Trio
  • Straighten Up and Fly Right - The Definitive Nat "King" Cole
  • I've Found a New Baby - Complete Lester Young Studio Sessions on Verve (#1)
  • (I Love You) For Sentimental Reasons - World of Nat King Cole
  • Route 66 - Nat King Cole Trio - After Midnight: The Complete Session

Mary's Story on NPR Music | Nat King Cole: Original Five-Tool Jazz Player


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