By the Time I Get to Phoenix
Glen Campbell · 1967
26 min · 11 tracks · country · folk rock · gospel
Melodic country-pop ballads intertwine heartfelt storytelling with Campbell's smooth, emotive vocals.
Why this album works
The album features the iconic title track, which became one of Campbell's signature songs, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Its success helped to further popularize the genre-blending style that characterized much of Campbell's subsequent work and influenced many artists in both country and pop music.
- Best for
- short, reflective listening sessions heartfelt storytelling experiences melodic and emotive narratives
- Context
- By the Time I Get to Phoenix was Glen Campbell's fourth studio album, released at a pivotal point in his career. This album followed his breakthrough with 'Gentle on My Mind' and solidified his status as a leading figure in the country-pop crossover scene of the late 1960s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kenny Rogers· Harry Nilsson· Willie Nelson· Cyndi Lauper· Sparks· Donna Summer· David Hasselhoff· Debbie Harry
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 By the Time I Get to Phoenix Standout 2:44
- 2 Homeward Bound Standout 2:39
- 3 Tomorrow Never Comes Standout 2:29
- 4 Cold December (In Your Heart) 2:29
- 5 My Baby's Gone 2:52
- 6 Back in the Race 1:58
- 7 Hey Little One 2:32
- 8 Bad Seed 2:20
- 9 I'll Be Lucky Someday 2:26
- 10 You're Young and You'll Forget 2:17
- 11 Love Is a Lonesome River 2:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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