Artist: Manhattan Transfer
Genre: Jazz Vocal/Pop
The Manhattan Transfer are an American jazz vocal group formed in 1969 who achieved success with their sophisticated blend of jazz, pop, doo-wop, and R&B. Their close harmonies and stylistic versatility produced hits including 'Chanson d'Amour,' 'Birdland,' 'Spice of Life,' and 'Boy from New York City.' The group won Grammy Awards across multiple categories, demonstrating their range. Their ability to make vocal jazz accessible to pop audiences introduced the form to new listeners. The Manhattan Transfer's vocalese interpretations of jazz instrumentals showcased exceptional technical skill. Their influence on subsequent vocal jazz groups and a cappella music was substantial. The Manhattan Transfer represented jazz vocal tradition's continued vitality in the pop era.
Manhattan Transfer vinyl records (34)
THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER Vocalese (1985 Japanese 11-track promo sample vinyl LP which received 12 Grammy nominations making it second only to Michael Jacksons Thriller as the most nominated individual album picture sleeve with lyric insert and obi-strip. The sleeve shows just a little wear & the obi has just a smll nick at the bottom whilst the vinyl shows little evidence of play P-13167) Track Listing: 1
£23.00 used
THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER Spice Of Life (1983 UK 3-track 12 vinyl single also including Soldier Of Fortune and A Wonderful Dream. The glossy card picture sleeve has light age discolouration to the edges but the vinyl remains in barely played condition A9728T) Track Listing: A1. Spice Of Life B1. Soldier Of Fortune B2
£9.00 used
THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER Bodies & Souls (1983 German 11-track LP picture sleeve with illustrated lyric inner. The cover shows minimal wear & the vinyl looks barely played) Track Listing: A1 Spice Of Life A2 This Independence A3 Mystery A4 American Pop A5 Soldier Of Fortune B1 Code Of Ethics B2 Malaise En Malaisie B3 Down South Camp Meetin B4 Why Not
£9.00 used
THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER Where Did Our Love Go (1978 UK solid centred 7 vinyl single also including Je Voulais (Te Dire Que Je TAttends) Atlantic group die cut paper sleeve K11182)
£8.00 used
THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER Coming Out (1976 US 11-track vinyl LP featuring the hit single Chanson DAmour picture sleeve with illustrated credits inner. The sleeve shows only minor foxing and edgewear and the inner has a small tear otherwise the vinyl shows the odd light cosmetic scuff but is otherwise Excellent SD18183) Track Listing: 1
£14.00 used
MANHATTAN TRANSFER Extensions (1979 German 10-track vinyl LP their fifth studio album was also the first one with Cheryl Bentyne and includes the singles Twilight Zone / Twilight Tone and Trickle Trickle. The glossy picture sleeve has a slight sticker mark in the top right corner and some edgewear but comes with the lyric inner and the vinyl looks barely played ATL50674) Track Listing: A1
£9.00 used
THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER This Independence (Scarce 1984 Japanese white label wide centred promo sample vinyl 7 for the single release also including Why Not. The vinyl appears barely played within a WB company die-cut paper sleeve with the double-sided picture / lyric insert P-1841) Track Listing: 1
£12.00 used
THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER Walk In Love (1978 UK 7 vinyl single with intact four prong centre also including Four Brothers WEA company die cut paper sleeve K11075)
£7.99 used
THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER Down South Camp Meetin (Scarce 1982 Japanese white label wide centred promo sample vinyl 7 for the single release also including Smile Again. The vinyl appears barely played within a WB company die-cut paper sleeve with the double-sided picture / lyric insert P-1684) Track Listing: A1
£12.00 used
MANHATTAN TRANSFER Coming Out (1980s German issue of the 1976 11-track vinyl LP featuring the hit single Chanson DAmour picture sleeve with Prime Cuts sticker to the front and catalogue insert. Both the sleeve & vinyl are in excellent condition ATL50291) Track Listing: 1. Dont Let Go 2. Zindy Lou 3
£9.00 used