Back on Top
Van Morrison · 1999
60 min · 12 tracks · jazz fusion · Celtic music · blue-eyed soul
A vibrant blend of soul, jazz, and rock that showcases Morrison's timeless vocal prowess and poetic lyricism.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions contemplative late-night vibes reflective moments of nostalgia
- Context
- Released in 1999, 'Back on Top' marked Van Morrison's return to form after a series of less commercially successful albums in the 1990s. It followed his previous release 'The Healing Game' from 1997, which had hinted at a creative resurgence. This album solidified his standing as a revered artist while exploring themes of nostalgia and renewal.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, Celtic music, blue-eyed soul
Back on Top is an album by Van Morrison, released in 1999. A vibrant blend of soul, jazz, and rock that showcases Morrison's timeless vocal prowess and poetic lyricism. 'Back on Top' received critical acclaim upon its release and peaked at number 28 on the Billboard 200 chart. The title track won an award for Best Pop Vocal Performance at the Grammy Awards, highlighting Morrison's enduring appeal in contemporary music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Back on Top sound like?
A vibrant blend of soul, jazz, and rock that showcases Morrison's timeless vocal prowess and poetic lyricism. Rooted in jazz fusion and Celtic music.
What makes Back on Top by Van Morrison notable?
'Back on Top' received critical acclaim upon its release and peaked at number 28 on the Billboard 200 chart. The title track won an award for Best Pop Vocal Performance at the Grammy Awards, highlighting Morrison's enduring appeal in contemporary music. Released in 1999, 'Back on Top' marked Van Morrison's return to form after a series of less commercially successful albums in the 1990s. It followed his previous release 'The Healing Game' from 1997, which had hinted at a creative resurgence. This album solidified his standing as a revered artist while exploring themes of nostalgia and renewal.
Who is Back on Top for?
Back on Top works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, contemplative late-night vibes and reflective moments of nostalgia.
How many songs are on Back on Top?
Back on Top has 12 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Goin’ Down Geneva 4:29
- 2 Philosophers Stone Standout 6:08
- 3 In the Midnight 5:10
- 4 Back on Top Standout 4:24
- 5 When the Leaves Come Falling Down Standout 5:42
- 6 High Summer 5:15
- 7 Reminds Me of You 5:42
- 8 New Biography 5:25
- 9 Precious Time 3:49
- 10 Golden Autumn Day 6:33
Disc 2
- 1 Jackie Wilson Said (live) 3:44
- 2 Call Me Up in Dreamland (live) 4:09
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
60 min 35 sec
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