Frank Sinatra Music

Origin: Hoboken, NJ

Decades: 1930's, 1940's, 1950's, 1960's, 1970's, 1980's, and 1990's

Frank Sinatra was arguably the most important popular music figure of the 20th century, his only real rivals for the title being Bing Crosby, Elvis Presley, and the Beatles. In a professional career that lasted 60 years, he demonstrated a remarkable ability to maintain his appeal and pursue his musical goals despite often countervailing trends. He came to the fore during the swing era of the 1930s and '40s, helped to define the "sing era" of the '40s and '50s, and continued to attract listeners during the r... Read More

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