My Time: A Boz Scaggs Anthology
153 min · 33 tracks · rock music
A smooth blend of rock and soul, rich with evocative storytelling and lush instrumentation that defines Boz Scaggs' signature style.
Top tracks — play these first
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Runnin' Blue Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Lowdown — This track exemplifies Scaggs' ability to fuse jazz-influenced rock with soulful melodies, earning him widespread acclaim and commercial success.
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Lido Shuffle — With its infectious groove and catchy chorus, this song showcases Scaggs' knack for storytelling wrapped in an upbeat, danceable sound.
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We're All Alone — This tender ballad highlights Scaggs' emotive vocal delivery and songwriting prowess, making it a standout moment in his discography.
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Loan Me a Dime — A powerful collaboration with Duane Allman, this track demonstrates Scaggs' blues roots and emotional depth, marking a key moment in his career.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- smooth melodies for reflective moments
- for late-night listening
- heartfelt storytelling through polished sound
- ideal for relaxed gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Starting Point — Comprehensive anthology showcasing Scaggs' career, ideal for new listeners.
- Themes
- smooth jazz grooves· California soul scenes· bluesy rock storytelling
- Career context
- Released in 1997, 'My Time: A Boz Scaggs Anthology' captures the essence of Scaggs' career up to that point, showcasing his evolution from a bluesy rock artist to a sophisticated soul musician. This compilation came after a decade of varied releases, including the commercially successful 'Some Change' in 1994, cementing his status as a versatile artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Toto· Steely Dan· Michael McDonald
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Runnin' Blue Start here 3:58
- 2 We Were Always Sweethearts 3:29
- 3 Near You 4:59
- 4 Painted Bells 4:02
- 5 Dinah Flo 3:04
- 6 Might Have to Cry 4:06
- 7 You Make It So Hard (To Say No) 3:34
- 8 I Got Your Number 3:48
- 9 Slow Dancer 3:14
- 10 Hercules 4:04
- 11 What Can I Say 3:00
- 12 It's Over 2:50
- 13 Harbor Lights 5:57
- 14 Lowdown 5:16
- 15 Lido Shuffle 3:43
- 16 We're All Alone 4:13
- 17 Loan Me a Dime 13:03
Disc 2
- 1 Hard Times 4:30
- 2 1993 4:05
- 3 Jojo 5:52
- 4 Isn't It Time 4:54
- 5 Simone 5:08
- 6 Breakdown Dead Ahead 4:35
- 7 Miss Sun 5:32
- 8 Look What You've Done to Me 5:18
- 9 Heart of Mine 4:14
- 10 What's Number One? 3:59
- 11 Drowning in the Sea of Love 5:02
- 12 Sierra 5:21
- 13 Some Change 6:11
- 14 As the Years Go Passing By (W. Booker) 4:46
- 15 Just Go 3:01
- 16 Goodnight Louise 4:02
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Aja
Steely Dan
Shares smooth jazz grooves and intricate storytelling with a sophisticated production aesthetic.
If That's What It Takes
Michael McDonald
Combines rock and soul elements with rich vocal harmonies and reflective lyrical themes.
Still Bill
Bill Withers
Features bluesy storytelling and soulful instrumentation, resonating with the emotive depth of Scaggs' work.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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