Nat King Cole
Nat King Cole artist page: interviews, features and/or performances archived at NPR Music
Interviews & Profiles
August 7, 2012 The Pulitzer-winning columnist says he'll never forget the way his mother sang Nat King Cole songs.
September 7, 2010 Some Spanish-speaking musicians have created an album paying tribute to Cole's Latin hits.
April 19, 2010 Cole outsold Sinatra, broke color lines and influenced everyone from Ray Charles to Marvin Gaye.
February 13, 2008 Though an elegant piano stylist, Cole became a world-famous entertainer due to his voice.
February 6, 2008 The iconic singer was also an elegant pianist whose tight groups popularized the jazz piano trio.
Discover Songs
March 2, 2005 New music from The Decemberists; Canada's country rocker Kathleen Edwards; Remembering the music...
August 1, 2001 Before becoming a mega-star in the 1950s, Cole's velvety voice had wowed as part of his trio.
News
February 15, 2011 The boundary-breaking variety show hosted by the pianist and singer returns, after 50 years.
May 17, 2006 Cole reluctantly challenged segregation on television and in American society, but the show failed.
Reviews
August 1, 2001 Before becoming a mega-star in the 1950s, Cole's velvety voice had wowed as part of his trio.
More Stories
December 7, 2006 Pittsburgh-based NPR member station WDUQ presents a list of the 10 best holiday jazz CDs.
October 20, 2011 Granz put artists like Ella Fitzgerald into concert halls while striking a blow for civil rights.
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October 2, 2011 Saxophonist David Murray got the idea to pay tribute to the singing legend while recording in Cuba.
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August 10, 2011 Hear five versions of the popular W.C. Handy song, performed by five of America's top jazz artists.
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March 16, 2010 Take Five celebrates the jazz icon's March 17 birthday by highlighting the breadth of his work.
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June 17, 2008 After filling the gas tank, you may need this road-ready jazz mix to get in the right frame of mind.
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February 13, 2008 Instead of candies and cards, impress your sweetheart with some music inspired by love.
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December 19, 2007 WBGO's Gary Walker has a few suggested jazz pairings for eggnog and yule logs.
