Beauty on a Back Street
Hall & Oates · 1977
36 min · 9 tracks · pop rock · blue-eyed soul
A blend of blue-eyed soul and pop rock that captures the essence of late '70s melodic craftsmanship.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove throughout nostalgic reflections on love engaging sing-along moments
- Context
- Released on September 1, 1977, 'Beauty on a Back Street' was Hall & Oates' sixth studio album, coming off the success of their previous work, 'Bigger Than Both of Us'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their sound and beginning to gain mainstream recognition, setting the stage for their commercial peak in the early '80s.
- If you like
- pop rock, blue-eyed soul
Beauty on a Back Street is an album by Hall & Oates, released in 1977. A blend of blue-eyed soul and pop rock that captures the essence of late '70s melodic craftsmanship. 'Beauty on a Back Street' is notable for showcasing Hall & Oates' evolving musical style, blending soulful melodies with pop sensibilities. The album reached No. 21 on the Billboard 200 chart and contributed to their growing reputation as pioneers of blue-eyed soul, influencing countless artists in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Beauty on a Back Street sound like?
A blend of blue-eyed soul and pop rock that captures the essence of late '70s melodic craftsmanship. Rooted in pop rock and blue-eyed soul.
What makes Beauty on a Back Street by Hall & Oates notable?
'Beauty on a Back Street' is notable for showcasing Hall & Oates' evolving musical style, blending soulful melodies with pop sensibilities. The album reached No. 21 on the Billboard 200 chart and contributed to their growing reputation as pioneers of blue-eyed soul, influencing countless artists in the genre. Released on September 1, 1977, 'Beauty on a Back Street' was Hall & Oates' sixth studio album, coming off the success of their previous work, 'Bigger Than Both of Us'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their sound and beginning to gain mainstream recognition, setting the stage for their commercial peak in the early '80s.
Who is Beauty on a Back Street for?
Beauty on a Back Street works well if you're into steady mid-tempo groove throughout, nostalgic reflections on love and engaging sing-along moments.
How many songs are on Beauty on a Back Street?
Beauty on a Back Street has 9 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Don’t Change 3:34
- 2 Why Do Lovers Break Each Other’s Heart? Standout 3:13
- 3 You Must Be Good for Something 3:28
- 4 The Emptyness 3:35
- 5 Love Hurts (Love Heals) Standout 3:10
- 6 Bigger Than Both of Us 4:29
- 7 Bad Habits and Infections 5:58
- 8 Winged Bull 4:33
- 9 The Girl Who Used to Be 4:09
Release Date
September 1, 1977
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
36 min 9 sec
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