Is Now a good place to start with Dionne Warwick?

Yes, Now is recommended as a starting point for new Dionne Warwick listeners. A rich tapestry of soul and pop, blending heartfelt lyrics with lush instrumentation and Warwick's iconic vocal delivery. In 2012, Dionne Warwick released Now as her first album in over five years, following a period of fluctuating commercial success. This album marked a return to her classic sound while also embracing contemporary production techniques, reflecting her enduring influence in the music industry.

Now works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective moments, heartfelt melodies for -searching and warmth in nostalgic storytelling.

How many songs are on Now?

Now has 12 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

Now

Dionne Warwick · 2012

46 min · 12 tracks · pop music

A rich tapestry of soul and pop, blending heartfelt lyrics with lush instrumentation and Warwick's iconic vocal delivery.

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Top tracks — play these first

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(There’s) Always Something There to Remind Me Start here — This track showcases Warwick's signature emotive delivery, beautifully capturing the bittersweet essence of longing and nostalgia that permeates the album.
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Don’t Make Me Over — As a reimagined classic from her early career, this version highlights Warwick's timeless vocal prowess while adding fresh arrangements that resonate with both old and new fans.
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I Say a Little Prayer — This staple of Warwick's repertoire is delivered with renewed passion, demonstrating her ability to imbue familiar lyrics with profound emotion and depth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album blends classic and contemporary styles with strong vocals but lacks standout originality.

What we noticed

Warwick's vocal delivery is consistently emotive, often layering harmonies in the choruses to enhance the emotional impact of the lyrics.
Several tracks incorporate lush orchestration, including strings and brass, which adds depth to the arrangements and complements Warwick's voice.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo reflective moments
heartfelt melodies for -searching
warmth in nostalgic storytelling
for cozy afternoons

Maybe skip if you

seeking high-energy tracks
prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Marks a strong return to form after a five-year hiatus, showcasing Warwick's enduring talent.
Career context: In 2012, Dionne Warwick released Now as her first album in over five years, following a period of fluctuating commercial success. This album marked a return to her classic sound while also embracing contemporary production techniques, reflecting her enduring influence in the music industry.
Stylistic neighbors: Aretha Franklin· Natalie Cole· Dusty Springfield