Another Place and Time
Donna Summer · 1989
37 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B · house · synth-pop
A vibrant blend of synth-driven pop and R&B grooves showcasing Donna Summer's powerful vocals over catchy melodies.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady tempo for uplifting vibes feel-good anthems for gatherings catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- Context
- Released on March 20, 1989, 'Another Place and Time' marked Donna Summer's return to the mainstream after a period of diminished visibility. This album was her first collaboration with producer Stock Aitken Waterman, signaling a shift in her sound towards the emerging dance-pop aesthetic of the late '80s. The project also followed her 1987 album 'All Systems Go', which had less commercial success.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, house, synth-pop
Another Place and Time is an album by Donna Summer, released in 1989. A vibrant blend of synth-driven pop and R&B grooves showcasing Donna Summer's powerful vocals over catchy melodies. 'Another Place and Time' was a commercial success, peaking at No. 26 on the Billboard 200 and yielding the hit single 'This Time I Know It’s for Real', which reached No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album helped cement Summer's place in pop music during a time when many disco artists struggled to adapt to changing musical trends. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Another Place and Time sound like?
A vibrant blend of synth-driven pop and R&B grooves showcasing Donna Summer's powerful vocals over catchy melodies. Rooted in contemporary R&B and house.
What makes Another Place and Time by Donna Summer notable?
'Another Place and Time' was a commercial success, peaking at No. 26 on the Billboard 200 and yielding the hit single 'This Time I Know It’s for Real', which reached No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album helped cement Summer's place in pop music during a time when many disco artists struggled to adapt to changing musical trends. Released on March 20, 1989, 'Another Place and Time' marked Donna Summer's return to the mainstream after a period of diminished visibility. This album was her first collaboration with producer Stock Aitken Waterman, signaling a shift in her sound towards the emerging dance-pop aesthetic of the late '80s. The project also followed her 1987 album 'All Systems Go', which had less commercial success.
Who is Another Place and Time for?
Another Place and Time works well if you're into steady tempo for uplifting vibes, feel-good anthems for gatherings and catchy melodies for sing-alongs.
How many songs are on Another Place and Time?
Another Place and Time has 10 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Don’t Wanna Get Hurt Standout 3:28
- 2 When Love Takes Over You Standout 4:13
- 3 This Time I Know It’s for Real Standout 3:38
- 4 The Only One 3:55
- 5 In Another Place and Time 3:22
- 6 Sentimental 3:11
- 7 Whatever Your Heart Desires 3:52
- 8 Breakaway 4:04
- 9 If It Makes You Feel Good 3:45
- 10 Love’s About to Change My Heart 4:03
Release Date
March 20, 1989
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
37 min 35 sec
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