Mahogany
Diana Ross · 1975
43 min · 15 tracks · jazz · R&B · soul
A lush blend of soulful melodies and orchestral arrangements that evoke the glamour of 1970s cinema.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- lush orchestral arrangements throughout
- wave-like pacing for reflection
- cinematic soundscapes for dreaming
- intimate moments of soulful connection
- nostalgic themes of love and
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer straightforward single tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- Hollywood glamour· 1970s ambition· nostalgic longing
- Career context
- By the time 'Mahogany' was released in January 1975, Diana Ross was transitioning from her successful solo career into a prominent film star, following her lead role in 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972). This album served as the soundtrack for her second major film, 'Mahogany', further solidifying her position as a crossover artist in music and film.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chaka Khan· Donna Summer· Anita Baker
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Hot Buttered Soul by Isaac Hayes — Shares lush orchestration and soulful melodies, evoking a cinematic quality of the 70s.Can't Get Enough by Barry White — Features rich orchestral arrangements and romantic themes, aligning with the lavish vibe of 1970s disco.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Theme From Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To?) 3:25
- 2 Feeling Again 3:22
- 3 You Don't Ever Have to Be Alone 2:40
- 4 Can You Hear It in My Music 3:38
- 5 Christian's Theme 1:46
- 6 After You 2:17
- 7 Theme From Mahogany (instrumental) 3:52
- 8 My Hero Is a Gun 3:18
- 9 Catfight 1:31
- 10 Erucu 3:34
- 11 Let's Go Back to Day One 1:42
- 12 Tracy 2:14
- 13 She's the Ideal Girl 2:46
- 14 Sweets (And Other Things) 2:01
- 15 Mahogany Suite 5:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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