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The Chico Hamilton Quintet

Sweet Smell of Success [ CD / Album ]

Sweet Smell of Success

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Our Take

Elmer Bernstein's original soundtrack for "Sweet Smell of Success" is a tantalizing trip down memory lane to the glitzy, gritty world of 1950s New York City. Bernstein's jazzy compositions perfectly capture the seedy underbelly of the Big Apple, transporting listeners to smoke-filled jazz clubs and sleek Manhattan apartments.

The opening track, "Main Title," sets the tone with its sultry saxophone melody and pulsating percussion. It's the perfect introduction to the dark, twisted world of gossip columnist J.J. Hunsecker and his sycophantic press agent, Sidney Falco. Bernstein's score is a masterclass in mood-setting, with tracks like "Tropical Island Mood" and "Night Beat" evoking the hustle and bustle of the city that never sleeps.

One of the standout tracks is "Goodbye Baby," a hauntingly beautiful number that perfectly underscores the film's themes of betrayal and manipulation. Bernstein's use of strings and piano creates a sense of melancholy and longing that is truly captivating.

Overall, the "Sweet Smell of Success" soundtrack is a timeless classic that deserves a place in every music lover's collection. Bernstein's brilliant compositions and evocative orchestrations bring the vibrant world of 1950s New York City to life in a way that is both thrilling and intoxicating. So grab a martini, put on your best fedora, and let Elmer Bernstein take you on a nostalgic journey through the seamy streets of old New York. Cheers, darling!

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Goodbye Baby
2. Cheek to Chico
3. Susan (The Sage)
4. Sidney's Theme
5. Jonalah
6. Jam
7. Night Beat
8. Concerto of Themes from 'Sweet Smell of Success'
9. The Street
10. Hot Dogs and Juice (Goodbye Baby)
11. Sidney and Susie
12. Hunsecker's Price
13. Tropical Island Mood
14. The Smear
15. Toot Shor's Blues
16. Nite Spot Rock
17. Susie's Problem
18. Hunsecker Operates (Goodbye Baby)
19. Goodbye Baby Blues
20. The Trap Is Sprung
21. Love Scene (Susan - The Sage)
22. Out of Darkness
23. Jonalah
24. Susan (The Sage)

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