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Divine Madness

Bette Midler · 1980

43 min · 9 tracks · jazz · disco

A vibrant blend of pop, jazz, and disco showcasing Midler's theatrical flair and vocal prowess.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • theatrical vocal performances shine
  • dynamic flow with emotional peaks
  • sing-along moments with friends
  • swaying rhythms for celebration

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, linear albums
  • seek minimalistic soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 7, 1980, 'Divine Madness' marked Bette Midler's transition into a powerhouse pop icon following her breakthrough with the album 'The Rose' in 1979. This live album captures Midler at the height of her career, reflecting her unique ability to blend humor and emotional depth in performance while further solidifying her status in the music industry.
Stylistic neighbors
Diana Ross· Cher· Liza Minnelli

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Big Noise From Winnetka 3:52
  • 2 Paradise 4:10
  • 3 Shiver Me Timbers 3:59
  • 4 Fire Down Below 3:07
  • 5 Stay With Me 6:20
  • 6 My Mother's Eyes 2:28
  • 7 Chapel of Love / Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy 4:10
  • 8 E Street Shuffle / Summer (The First Time) / Leader of the Pack 9:48
  • 9 You Can't Always Get What You Want / I Shall Be Released 6:00

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