Lonely Street
Andy Williams · 1959
31 min · 12 tracks · country · jazz · easy listening
A heartfelt blend of lush orchestration and Williams' smooth baritone, evoking deep emotional longing.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its commercial success, reaching No. 4 on the Billboard charts and contributing to Williams' rise as a leading figure in the easy listening genre. Furthermore, tracks like 'Unchained Melody' gained lasting recognition, influencing subsequent interpretations by various artists and becoming a standard in popular music.
- Best for
- intimate late-night reflections emotional, nostalgic listening sessions gentle, soothing background ambiance
- Context
- Released in 1959, 'Lonely Street' was Andy Williams' third studio album, positioning him firmly in the easy listening genre. This album followed his earlier releases that began to establish his signature vocal style and emotional delivery, further solidifying his popularity during a transitional period in his career as he moved from television appearances to music stardom.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Nilsson· Cher· Aretha Franklin· Frank Zappa· Donna Summer· Bobby Darin· Bette Midler· John Denver
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Don't Know What Love Is 3:38
- 2 In the Wee Small Hours
- 3 When Your Lover Has Gone 2:41
- 4 I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry Standout 2:41
- 5 Gone With the Wind 2:05
- 6 Summer Love 2:51
- 7 Say It Isn't So 3:29
- 8 Unchained Melody Standout 3:16
- 9 Autumn Leaves 2:44
- 10 Willow Weep for Me 2:54
- 11 I'm So Alone 2:20
- 12 Lonely Street Standout 2:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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