Available as a download, Hip-O's
Mad Men song series from 2009 devotes a five-song set to each of the main characters from the AMC TV series. These releases run short, averaging about 15 minutes apiece, but they do a nice job of capturing the innocent yet melancholy mood of the show. Material stems from '50s and '60s originals, and fans will appreciate how the song themes mirror the characters' specific personalities. With
Mad Men: Joan Harris, the release follows the redhead bombshell's quest to seduce, catch, and keep Mister Right, as illustrated by
Mable John's "Looking for a Man,"
Dinah Washington's "I Wanna Be Loved," and
Patsy Cline's "When I Get Through with You (You'll Love Me Too)." ~ Jason Lymangrover