Released 50 years ago
Now and Then
Conway Twitty · 1976
26 min · 10 tracks · country music
A smooth blend of traditional country melodies and heartfelt ballads showcasing Conway Twitty's signature emotive vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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After All the Good Is Gone Start here — establishes the emotional core of the record
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It's Only Make Believe — This track is a defining hit for Twitty, showcasing his ability to convey deep emotional longing with a catchy melody. Its enduring popularity highlights Twitty's crossover appeal beyond traditional country audiences.
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Mona Lisa — Twitty's rendition of this classic adds a unique country twist to the timeless song, demonstrating his versatility and skill in interpreting popular standards.
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Lonely Blue Boy — This song encapsulates the themes of heartache and solitude that are prevalent throughout the album, further establishing Twitty's storytelling capabilities in his music.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quick bursts of emotional reflection
- lighthearted sing-alongs with friends
- nostalgic moments for warm evenings
- short tracks for casual listening
Maybe skip if you
- need for lengthy immersive experiences
- prefer complex narrative structures
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Solidified Conway Twitty's reputation after his commercial peak with Hello Darlin'.
- Themes
- emotional longing· heartbreak ballads· Nashville storytelling
- Career context
- Released in 1976, Now and Then marked a significant moment in Conway Twitty's career as it followed his commercial peak with the album Hello Darlin'. By this time, Twitty had established himself as a leading figure in country music, known for his romantic ballads and storytelling prowess.
- Stylistic neighbors
- George Jones· Merle Haggard· Alan Jackson
Tracklist
- 1 After All the Good Is Gone Start here 2:57
- 2 I Got a Good Thing Going 2:59
- 3 There’s More Love in the Arms You’re Leaving 2:34
- 4 At Least One Time 2:30
- 5 I Don’t Feel Like Lovin’ You 2:32
- 6 It’s Only Make Believe 2:19
- 7 I’ll Try 2:11
- 8 Danny Boy 2:59
- 9 Lonely Blue Boy 2:13
- 10 Mona Lisa 2:47
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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