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Gold

Barbara Dickson · 1985

54 min · 13 tracks · middle of the road

Richly orchestrated pop melodies intertwine with Barbara Dickson's emotive vocals, creating a timeless listening experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • richly orchestrated emotional depth
  • reflective moments for quiet thinking
  • for nostalgic reminiscing
  • ideal for evening relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced excitement
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 18, 1985, 'Gold' came after Dickson's successful career as a stage performer and recording artist. This album followed her prominent hit 'I Know Him So Well,' which topped charts in the UK and solidified her status as a leading voice in pop music. At this point, Dickson was transitioning from theater to more mainstream pop recognition.
Stylistic neighbors
Clannad· Kate Bush· Carole King

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Know Him So Well 4:16
  • 2 Missing You 4:15
  • 3 Another Good Day for Goodbye 3:59
  • 4 Touch Touch 3:55
  • 5 Anyone Who Had a Heart 5:01
  • 6 A Day in the Life 4:59
  • 7 You Send Me 3:31
  • 8 What Is Love 3:34
  • 9 Rivals 3:47
  • 10 Soldiers 4:44
  • 11 Rising Water 4:01
  • 12 Taking the Next Train Home 4:31
  • 13 If You’re Right 3:39

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata