Peter and Gordon
Peter and Gordon · 1964
27 min · 11 tracks · pop music
A harmonious blend of folk-inflected melodies and heartfelt pop vocals that captures the early '60s sound.
Peter and Gordon is an album by Peter and Gordon, released in 1964. A harmonious blend of folk-inflected melodies and heartfelt pop vocals that captures the early '60s sound. The album features the breakout single 'A World Without Love,' which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, solidifying their place in pop history. Additionally, Peter and Gordon's close association with Paul McCartney, who penned several tracks for them, highlighted the cross-pollination of talent during the British Invasion era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Peter and Gordon sound like?
A harmonious blend of folk-inflected melodies and heartfelt pop vocals that captures the early '60s sound. Rooted in pop music.
What makes Peter and Gordon by Peter and Gordon notable?
The album features the breakout single 'A World Without Love,' which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, solidifying their place in pop history. Additionally, Peter and Gordon's close association with Paul McCartney, who penned several tracks for them, highlighted the cross-pollination of talent during the British Invasion era. Peter and Gordon's debut album, released in January 1964, came at a time when they were rapidly rising stars in the British Invasion. The duo, consisting of Peter Asher and Gordon Waller, had just scored their first major hit with 'A World Without Love' prior to this release, setting the stage for their future success.
How many songs are on Peter and Gordon?
Peter and Gordon has 11 tracks, running approximately 27 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Lucille 2:08
- 2 500 Miles Standout 3:15
- 3 If I Were You Standout 2:30
- 4 Pretty Mary 2:16
- 5 Trouble in Mind 2:19
- 6 A World Without Love Standout 2:41
- 7 Tell Me How 2:19
- 8 You Don't Have to Tell Me 2:36
- 9 Leave My Woman Alone 1:54
- 10 All My Trials 2:33
- 11 Last Night I Woke 2:45
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