Welcome to the Club is a studio album by Nat King Cole released in 1959 by Capitol Records. It was produced by Lee Gillette and recorded between 1958 and 1959 at Capitol Studios in Hollywood, California. The album focuses on swing and jazz, with arrangements by Billy May and the Nelson Riddle orchestra.
The album's title reflects the nightclub atmosphere Cole wanted to evoke, with songs including jazz and pop standards. The cover shows Cole smiling with a cigar, in a style reminiscent of the jazz clubs of the era. The album reached number 12 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Although not one of Cole's biggest commercial successes, Welcome to the Club is considered by critics as a solid work showcasing his versatility as a performer. Songs like 'That's All' and 'Avalon' stand out for their vocal interpretation and orchestral arrangements.