A-lan-nah
Alannah Myles · 1995
49 min · 12 tracks · blues
A blend of bluesy rock and introspective lyrics enveloped in atmospheric melodies.
Why this album works
'A-lan-nah' is notable for its exploration of diverse musical styles while showcasing Myles's distinctive vocal style. The album reached moderate chart success in Canada, highlighting her continued relevance in the music scene following the peak of her career in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments introspective lyrics with depth atmospheric melodies for solitude
- Context
- By the time 'A-lan-nah' was released in 1995, Alannah Myles had already achieved significant success with her debut album, which produced the hit single 'Black Velvet'. This third studio album marked a shift towards more personal and eclectic themes, as she sought to establish her artistic identity beyond the commercial successes of her earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Johnny Hallyday· Janis Joplin· John Mayer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mistress of Erzulie Standout 4:48
- 2 Blow Wind Blow 4:18
- 3 Family Secret Standout 5:19
- 4 Mother Nature 4:04
- 5 Irish Rain Standout 4:23
- 6 Dark Side of Me 3:43
- 7 Simple Man’s Dream 4:31
- 8 Lightning in a Bottle 4:32
- 9 Keeper of My Heart 3:57
- 10 Do You Really Wanna Know Me 2:34
- 11 Everybody’s Breakin’ Up 4:39
- 12 Sally Go Round the Roses 2:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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