A Little Touch of Schmilsson in the Night
Harry Nilsson · 1973
36 min · 12 tracks · psychedelic rock · soft rock · baroque pop
A lush orchestral backdrop complements Nilsson's tender vocals, evoking a nostalgic charm throughout timeless standards.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic charm in every note
- steady pacing for relaxed listening
- for late-night introspection
- tender vocals with orchestral warmth
- melodic journey through timeless standards
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer standalone upbeat tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the release of 'A Little Touch of Schmilsson in the Night' in June 1973, Harry Nilsson was riding high on the success of his previous album, 'Nilsson Schmilsson,' which had produced hit singles like 'Without You.' This album marked a stylistic pivot towards classic pop standards, showcasing his versatility beyond original songwriting and further solidifying his reputation as a unique vocalist. At this point, Nilsson was already an established artist but was exploring a more sophisticated sound that appealed to a broader audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Randy Newman· The Beach Boys· Paul McCartney
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lazy Moon 3:22
- 2 For Me and My Gal 2:48
- 3 It Had to Be You 2:46
- 4 Always 1:34
- 5 Makin' Whoopee! 4:32
- 6 You Made Me Love You (I Didn't Want to Do It) 2:32
- 7 Lullaby in Ragtime 3:40
- 8 I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now 2:38
- 9 What'll I Do 2:27
- 10 Nevertheless (I'm in Love With You) 2:39
- 11 This Is All I Ask 3:37
- 12 As Time Goes By 3:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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