What makes Is This What You Want? by Jackie Lomax notable?

The album features the notable track 'Sour Milk Sea', which was written by George Harrison and highlights Lomax's connection to the influential Beatles circle. Although it didn't achieve significant commercial success, it has been recognized for its rich production quality and has since gained a cult following among fans of late '60s British rock. Released in March 1969, 'Is This What You Want?' is Jackie Lomax's debut studio album after his stint with The Undertakers and before joining Apple Records. At this juncture, he was establishing himself as a solo artist, having already garnered attention for his songwriting talents and connections to The Beatles.

Who is Is This What You Want? for?

Is This What You Want? works well if you're into reflective moments of quiet introspection, melodic storytelling with emotional depth and early evening listening experience.

How many songs are on Is This What You Want??

Is This What You Want? has 17 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.

Is This What You Want?

Jackie Lomax · 1969

59 min · 17 tracks · pop music

A lush blend of melodic pop and progressive rock that showcases emotive vocals against rich instrumentation.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Sour Milk Sea — Written by George Harrison, this track exemplifies Lomax's ability to blend pop sensibilities with deeper lyrical themes while showcasing a lush arrangement.
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Is This What You Want? — The title track encapsulates the questioning tone of the album, with poignant lyrics that reflect a sense of longing and exploration in relationships.
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Fall Inside Your Eyes — This song stands out for its emotive vocal delivery and intricate melodies, highlighting Lomax's artistry amid the evolving sound of the era.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

reflective moments of quiet introspection
melodic storytelling with emotional depth
early evening listening experience
rich instrumentation for detail exploration
short tracks for casual enjoyment

Maybe skip if you

seekers of high-energy anthems
prefer longer, cohesive narratives

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in March 1969, 'Is This What You Want?' is Jackie Lomax's debut studio album after his stint with The Undertakers and before joining Apple Records. At this juncture, he was establishing himself as a solo artist, having already garnered attention for his songwriting talents and connections to The Beatles.
Stylistic neighbors: Badfinger· The Hollies· George Harrison

Tracklist

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

1 Speak to Me 3:10
2 Is This What You Want? 2:48
3 How Can You Say Goodbye 4:14
4 Sunset 3:57
5 Sour Milk Sea 3:55
6 Fall Inside Your Eyes 3:11
7 Little Yellow Pills 4:04
8 Take My Word 3:58
9 The Eagle Laughs at You 2:27
10 Baby You’re a Lover 3:06
11 You’ve Got Me Thinking 2:57
12 I Just Don’t Know 2:56
13 New Day 3:19
14 Won’t You Come Back 4:13
15 Going Back to Liverpool 3:11
16 Thumbin’ a Ride 4:00
17 How the Web Was Woven 3:50

What to play next

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