Thanks very much for reacting to my request, Harri. Nat was the definition of smooth! The King Cole Trio was the essence of hip as evidenced by this video. Silk, cashmere, honey, and one very fine dresser! As for route, I have always heard & said “root”, as you do. People from other parts do say “rout”, though.
....born and raised SD Ca - I use both phonetics interchangeably. Couldn't tell you why but I tell you, as Stapleton would say it, Nat King Cole was....smooth as Tennessee Whiskey.
From the 1946 album, " After Midnight", this beautiful tune was written by Bobby Troup. Nat was known for his clear, soft, deep Baritone vocals with perfect pitch and impeccable annunciation. Yes I love Nat.❤ Beyond his smooth as silk vocals, Nat was a very influential jazz pianist, one being inspired was Oscar Peterson. The Nat King Cole Trio made this tune an instant classic, making it an essential part of any self respecting 3 piece jazz outfit. Outstanding piece of jazz history, so groovy. Great reaction Handsome Harri ❤❤ In Canada, we say Root for Route. 😊 Thanks Ian for a classic. 👏👏 Cheers from Canada ❤❤🇨🇦🇨🇦
Your definition of Nat King Cole is spot on. I must of been around 7 when I first saw and heard him on TV. He has always made me feel happy when I hear his voice and see him smile. To this day I get a smile when I hear him. Your right on it depends what part of the country you live in on how we pronounce words differently
Thanks for playing a tune from NKC's swinging period. Many rightly esteem his rich ballads such as "Mona Lisa" and other standards, but his recordings with the trio are a delight to hear as well. Another terrific one from this era is "Straighten Up and Fly Right."
Just watched another reactor do his "Autumn Leaves," and now this classic! Damn, my lucky day. Have you heard his "Orange Colored Sky?" Another "banger."
an instrumental version of this by nelson riddle and his orchestra was used for the tv show route 66 - 1960-'64. very snappy rendition. it was must watch tv for us then. BUT - i always thought that nat's should have been used. they were so cool.
"U.S. Route 66 was established on November 11, 1926. It ran from Chicago, Illinois, through Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona before terminating in Santa Monica, California, covering a total of 2,448 miles (3,940 km).[4]" (Wikipedia) Independent of the song but perhaps inspired by it, CBS titled the television series, Route 66, after the highway. The hour long show about the adventures of two buddies driving Route 66 in a Corvette convertible was often shot on location which made it a sort of early video travelogue. It lasted four seasons from 1960 to 1964. The Beatnik attitudes of the characters in the show loosely vibed with the characters in the Jack Kerouac novel, On the Road, adding another layer of mystique to the Bobby Troup song even if only in temporal proximity. Troup went on to play a doctor on TV for several years during the seventies. Also worth noting, The Rolling Stones covered "Route 66" in their early years, including it as track one on side one of their debut album.
I think you’re right. I believe that the first guitarist, Oscar Moore had left the trio before this song was recorded. He’s a very gifted jazz guitarist.
Like so many car people around the have been influenced by this song. I definitely want to follow that direction to "Get your kicks on route 66." My dream is to do that in a classic 50s car, either a cadillac or a t-bird (thunderbird). With this song playing at least once.
Are you implying that he was exposed to more racism than anyone else at that time? Bad for all, of course, but Nat was an icon and you make it sound like he was singled out. His undeniable talent opened doors for everyone that came after him. He broke all sorts of barriers and was beloved by audiences of all colors. First black American to have his own television show, tons of fans, and people knew he was extraordinary even then. Wonderful artists like Nat hopefully made people realize that different was not only fine but many times better. Extremely respected by everyone.
Venders postal carries, busses have routes (raowtes). I drove for a shared ride van service to the airport and we always did our "raowting" using the Thomas Guide maps (before GPS), not "Rooting" - I "root" for the Minnesota Twins!
I’m 70. Nat King Cole was my mother’s favorite singer.
How does anyone not love him? He’s like buttah…
Thanks very much for reacting to my request, Harri. Nat was the definition of smooth! The King Cole Trio was the essence of hip as evidenced by this video.
Silk, cashmere, honey, and one very fine dresser!
As for route, I have always heard & said “root”, as you do. People from other parts do say “rout”, though.
....born and raised SD Ca - I use both phonetics interchangeably. Couldn't tell you why but I tell you, as Stapleton would say it, Nat King Cole was....smooth as Tennessee Whiskey.
@ I didn’t know that some people use both!
Tennessee whiskey, yes 👍🏼
From the 1946 album, " After Midnight", this beautiful tune was written by Bobby Troup.
Nat was known for his clear, soft, deep Baritone vocals with perfect pitch and impeccable annunciation. Yes I love Nat.❤
Beyond his smooth as silk vocals, Nat was a very influential jazz pianist, one being inspired was Oscar Peterson.
The Nat King Cole Trio made this tune an instant classic, making it an essential part of any self respecting 3 piece jazz outfit. Outstanding piece of jazz history, so groovy.
Great reaction Handsome Harri ❤❤ In Canada, we say Root for Route. 😊
Thanks Ian for a classic. 👏👏 Cheers from Canada ❤❤🇨🇦🇨🇦
You’re very welcome! I’m really happy that you enjoyed it, Mary 😍🎉
Your definition of Nat King Cole is spot on. I must of been around 7 when I first saw and heard him on TV. He has always made me feel happy when I hear his voice and see him smile. To this day I get a smile when I hear him. Your right on it depends what part of the country you live in on how we pronounce words differently
Nat is just wonderful. Thanks Harri.
Yes, route as "root" is more common overall (I think), but "rowt" is more south east, as far north as middle Delaware, in my experience.
Nat King Cole was my father's favorite male singer and one of my favorites also.
My Mom played this album a lot. Jazz has come to me in the older days Like good memories
Thanks for playing a tune from NKC's swinging period. Many rightly esteem his rich ballads such as "Mona Lisa" and other standards, but his recordings with the trio are a delight to hear as well. Another terrific one from this era is "Straighten Up and Fly Right."
I was debating which song to request! Also, the song “Solid Potato Salad” is a fantastic track!
❤LOVE DRIVING ON RT. 66 AND LISTENING TO NAT KING COLE. SMOOOOOTH!!!❤
Just watched another reactor do his "Autumn Leaves," and now this classic! Damn, my lucky day. Have you heard his "Orange Colored Sky?" Another "banger."
Nat had the smoothest voice of all. Do you remember seeing his Daughter singing along with him on tapes? GREAT SOUNDS LAST FOREVER. Thanks Harri.
Silky cool. And an obscenely underrated pianist.
You can't go wrong with Nat King Cole, he is a master. Great song, thank you Ian and Harri.
Glad you enjoyed it!
He was considered to be one of the best jazz pianists ever.
Always like Nat King Cole.
I love The King. Nat King Cole
an instrumental version of this by nelson riddle and his orchestra was used for the tv show route 66 - 1960-'64. very snappy rendition. it was must watch tv for us then. BUT - i always thought that nat's should have been used. they were so cool.
"U.S. Route 66 was established on November 11, 1926. It ran from Chicago, Illinois, through Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona before terminating in Santa Monica, California, covering a total of 2,448 miles (3,940 km).[4]" (Wikipedia) Independent of the song but perhaps inspired by it, CBS titled the television series, Route 66, after the highway. The hour long show about the adventures of two buddies driving Route 66 in a Corvette convertible was often shot on location which made it a sort of early video travelogue. It lasted four seasons from 1960 to 1964. The Beatnik attitudes of the characters in the show loosely vibed with the characters in the Jack Kerouac novel, On the Road, adding another layer of mystique to the Bobby Troup song even if only in temporal proximity. Troup went on to play a doctor on TV for several years during the seventies. Also worth noting, The Rolling Stones covered "Route 66" in their early years, including it as track one on side one of their debut album.
I could never figure out why they're called the Nat King Cole Trio, when there's 4 members. How bout some props for the guy tapping the drum?
You are right. He was so SMOOTH. I believe the guitarist is Irving Ashley, I could be wrong.
Also his daughter was great.
I think you’re right. I believe that the first guitarist, Oscar Moore had left the trio before this song was recorded.
He’s a very gifted jazz guitarist.
Like so many car people around the have been influenced by this song. I definitely want to follow that direction to "Get your kicks on route 66." My dream is to do that in a classic 50s car, either a cadillac or a t-bird (thunderbird). With this song playing at least once.
Smoothest voice ever. One of, if not the best male singers ever. Victim of disgusting racism.
Are you implying that he was exposed to more racism than anyone else at that time? Bad for all, of course, but Nat was an icon and you make it sound like he was singled out. His undeniable talent opened doors for everyone that came after him. He broke all sorts of barriers and was beloved by audiences of all colors. First black American to have his own television show, tons of fans, and people knew he was extraordinary even then. Wonderful artists like Nat hopefully made people realize that different was not only fine but many times better. Extremely respected by everyone.
It's said both ways here in the states
Gee! I've never heard anyone say rout for route (root.)
Venders postal carries, busses have routes (raowtes). I drove for a shared ride van service to the airport and we always did our "raowting" using the Thomas Guide maps (before GPS), not "Rooting" - I "root" for the Minnesota Twins!
The Manhattan Transfer is a great vocal group who does a sensational live version of Route 66. Do yourself a favor, Harri.
What route are you taking? Root 66. 🤷🏼♂️
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