The Natalie Cole Special(1978)

The Natalie Cole Special is a 1978 CBS television special showcasing the jazz and pop singer at the height of her career. Joined by Earth, Wind & Fire, Stephen Bishop, and Johnny Mathis, Cole demonstrates her command across multiple genres—from standards to contemporary pop and her own chart hits. The special captures her natural stage presence and vocal versatility, offering a glimpse into the live performance style that made her one of the era's most compelling entertainers. It's a time capsule of late-seventies variety television, blending Cole's sophisticated artistry with the star power of her guest performers.