Living Brass – Play Songs Made Famous By Tom Jones

Living Brass – Play Songs Made Famous By Tom Jones

A vibrant brass-driven tribute to one of the defining voices of 1960s pop, Play Songs Made Famous By Tom Jones reimagines the powerhouse hits of Tom Jones through bold horn arrangements, polished orchestration, and upbeat easy-listening production. Part of the long-running Living Brass series, the album transforms familiar vocal hits into energetic instrumental showcases.

Built around punchy brass sections, rhythmic grooves, and sleek studio arrangements, the record captures the spirit of the originals while shifting the focus toward melody and orchestral texture. Classic songs like It’s Not Unusual, Delilah, and What’s New Pussycat? are reinterpreted with a bright, lounge-friendly sound ideal for 1960s hi-fi listening culture.

The album also nods to Jones’ wider catalogue, including dramatic Bond-era flair on Thunderball and romantic ballads such as With These Hands. Each track maintains the strong melodic identity of the source material while presenting it through a sophisticated instrumental lens designed for easy listening audiences.

A polished and nostalgic example of mid-century pop orchestral crossover, Living Brass delivers a spirited brass-band celebration of one of Britain’s most iconic vocalists.

Tracklist:

Side A

1. Love Me Tonight (Alla Fine Della Strada)
2. What’s New Pussycat?
3. I’m Coming Home
4. Help Yourself (Gli Occhi Miei)
5. Thunderball

Side B

1. It’s Not Unusual
2. Delilah
3. A Minute Of Your Time
4. With These Hands
5. Promise Her Anything