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Duets

Linda Ronstadt · 2014

50 min · 15 tracks · country music

A heartfelt collection of duets blending country, folk, and pop rock with Ronstadt's signature emotive vocals.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Adieu False Heart Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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    Don't Know Much — This track features a powerful duet with Aaron Neville, showcasing their harmonies and emotional depth, making it a standout moment on the album.
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    I Can't Help It (If I'm Still in Love with You) — Ronstadt's rendition of this classic song highlights her ability to infuse traditional country sounds with profound emotion alongside James Ingram.
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    Somewhere Out There — This beloved duet with James Ingram captures a sense of longing and hope, representing the timeless quality of Ronstadt's vocal artistry.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • intimate moments of heartfelt harmony
  • warm vocals for cozy evenings
  • for quiet companionship
  • nostalgic reflections on love

Maybe skip if you

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone single hits

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Showcases Ronstadt's enduring talent through collaborations after retirement.
Career context
Released in 2014, Duets marks a significant chapter in Linda Ronstadt's career as it showcases her collaborations with notable artists over the decades. This album comes after her retirement from performing due to health issues, serving as a reflective compilation of her rich legacy in the music industry.
Stylistic neighbors
Emmylou Harris· Joni Mitchell· Carole King
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Tracklist

  • 1 Adieu False Heart Start here 3:35
  • 2 I Can't Get Over You 3:07
  • 3 Walk Away Renee 3:25
  • 4 The New Partner Waltz 2:50
  • 5 I Never Will Marry 3:14
  • 6 Pretty Bird 2:38
  • 7 I Can't Help It (If I'm Still in Love with You) 2:47
  • 8 Hasten Down the Wind 2:42
  • 9 Prisoner in Disguise 3:54
  • 10 I Think It's Gonna Work Out Fine 4:01
  • 11 Don't Know Much 3:34
  • 12 All My Life 3:31
  • 13 Somewhere Out There 4:00
  • 14 Sisters 2:54
  • 15 Moonlight in Vermont 4:05

What to play next

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Live in Hollywood

2019

Continues the emotional depth with live renditions and showcases Ronstadt's vocal prowess.
Cry Like a Rainstorm, Howl Like the Wind
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Cry Like a Rainstorm, Howl Like the Wind

1989

Features rich collaborations and emotive storytelling that set the stage for Duets.
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If this landed

Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.

Red Dirt Girl

Red Dirt Girl

Emmylou Harris

Shares emotive storytelling and a blend of country and folk sensibilities with heartfelt vocal delivery.

Before This World

Before This World

James Taylor

Offers introspective lyrics and a warm, acoustic sound that aligns well with Ronstadt's duet style.

Paper Airplane

Paper Airplane

Alison Krauss

Combines rich harmonies and a reflective atmosphere, echoing the collaborative spirit of Ronstadt's work.

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