Album Review: More Than You Know / Great Day by Tutti Camarata And His Orchestra
Alright, let’s talk about this gem of a jazz album—More Than You Know / Great Day by Tutti Camarata And His Orchestra. Released in 1965 in Sweden under the Everest label, it’s one of those records that sneaks up on you. You don’t expect much at first glance, but once you hit play, boom—it grabs your attention.
First off, I gotta mention the title track, More Than You Know. It’s smooth, man. Like butter-on-hot-toast smooth. The orchestra really swings here, and there’s this lush arrangement that feels both carefree and deeply soulful. I swear, every time I hear it, I’m transported to some smoky jazz club where everyone’s dressed to the nines (even though I wasn’t even born back then). The way the brass section plays off the rhythm is just irresistible. It’s the kind of song you’d put on repeat while sipping coffee or pretending you’re cool enough to actually live in 1960s Stockholm.
Then there’s Sometimes I'm Happy, which honestly might be my favorite cut from the bunch. There’s something so uplifting about how they handle the melody—it’s playful without being cheesy, you know? It reminds me of sunny afternoons when nothing can go wrong. Or maybe it’s just the vibe of the horns bouncing around like kids on a trampoline. Either way, it sticks with you long after the needle lifts off the record.
The rest of the tracks are solid too—Great Day has its moments, and I Know That You Know brings a nice balance of romance and swagger. But for me, those two tracks stand out because they feel alive. They make you want to move, think, or just sit back and soak it all in.
Here’s the thing: listening to an album like this makes you realize how timeless good jazz can be. Sure, it came out over half a century ago, but it doesn’t sound dated. If anything, it sounds fresher than most stuff cranked out today. Maybe we should bring back orchestras playing tunes like these instead of whatever auto-tuned madness dominates the charts now. Who knows?
Anyway, give More Than You Know / Great Day a spin sometime. Just don’t blame me if you start daydreaming about living in Sweden during the ‘60s—or suddenly craving pancakes.
