On Standard Time, vocalist and producer Steve Tyrell revisits the great American songbook with a warm, lived-in delivery that blends soul, jazz, and pop sophistication. Building on the success of his breakthrough A New Standard, Tyrell surrounds himself with premier jazz soloists and stylish arrangements, crafting interpretations that feel both classic and freshly personal. His duet chemistry with Jane Monheit on Baby, It’s Cold Outside sparkles, while appearances from legends like Clark Terry and Toots Thielemans add lyrical firepower. Plas Johnson’s evocative sax on That Old Feeling underscores the album’s reverence for mid-century elegance, and the refined arrangements by guitarist Bob Mann and pianist Joe Sample bring cinematic polish. For fans of vocal jazz and timeless standards, Standard Time offers a polished, heartfelt set that honors tradition while showcasing Tyrell’s distinctive, soulful voice.

• Artist: Steve Tyrell
• Format: Audio CD
• Release Type: Album
• Genre: Jazz, Vocal Jazz, American Songbook
• Featuring: Clark Terry, Toots Thielemans, Jane Monheit, Plas Johnson

• Edition: Standard Edition

Steve Tyrell is an American vocalist and producer celebrated for his sophisticated interpretations of classic pop and jazz standards. Rising to mainstream prominence with A New Standard in the late 1990s, he blends a crooner’s warmth with a contemporary sensibility, often collaborating with top-tier jazz musicians and arrangers. Tyrell’s work spans records, film, and television, and he has become a fixture of the Great American Songbook revival through his intimate delivery, savvy song choices, and tasteful production values.