A Little Good News
Anne Murray · 1983
33 min · 10 tracks · soft rock · adult contemporary music · country pop
A soothing blend of soft rock and country-pop that uplifts with heartfelt storytelling.
Why this album works
This album features the title track, which became a significant hit, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart. Additionally, it showcased Murray's ability to blend genres seamlessly, which contributed to her lasting influence in both country and pop music scenes.
- Best for
- steady uplifting mid-tempo flow heartfelt storytelling with warmth for reflective afternoons
- Context
- By 1983, Anne Murray was enjoying significant commercial success, having released her breakthrough album 'You Needed Me' in 1978. 'A Little Good News' came at a pivotal moment when Murray was solidifying her status as a leading figure in adult contemporary music, following up on her string of hits from the late '70s and early '80s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Guess Who· Gordon Lightfoot· Leonard Cohen· Loverboy· Jane Siberry· ABBA· Gino Vannelli· Burton Cummings
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 That's Not the Way (It's S'Posed to Be) Standout 3:17
- 2 I'm Not Afraid Anymore 3:06
- 3 A Little Good News Standout 3:06
- 4 The More We Try 3:46
- 5 Come on Love 4:02
- 6 Come to Me 2:29
- 7 Sentimental Favorite 3:26
- 8 Just Another Woman in Love Standout 2:54
- 9 When I Can't Have You 3:41
- 10 Heart Stealer 3:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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