Simply Streisand
Barbra Streisand · 1967
29 min · 10 tracks · jazz · disco · traditional pop
A lush blend of traditional pop and jazz balladry, showcasing Streisand's powerful, emotive vocals.
Why this album works
- Best for
- short bursts of emotive vocals for intimate gatherings elegant background for dinner
- Context
- Released in October 1967, 'Simply Streisand' came during Barbra Streisand's rapid ascent to stardom following her breakthrough role in 'Funny Girl.' This album solidified her reputation as a versatile artist capable of crossing genres, particularly with her interpretations of jazz standards and pop classics.
- If you like
- jazz, disco, traditional pop
Simply Streisand is an album by Barbra Streisand, released in 1967. A lush blend of traditional pop and jazz balladry, showcasing Streisand's powerful, emotive vocals. 'Simply Streisand' is notable for reaching No. 9 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant moment in her career as she ascended to mainstream popularity. The album also showcased her ability to reinterpret standards, influencing subsequent generations of artists who would draw from the Great American Songbook. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Simply Streisand sound like?
A lush blend of traditional pop and jazz balladry, showcasing Streisand's powerful, emotive vocals. Rooted in jazz and disco.
What makes Simply Streisand by Barbra Streisand notable?
'Simply Streisand' is notable for reaching No. 9 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant moment in her career as she ascended to mainstream popularity. The album also showcased her ability to reinterpret standards, influencing subsequent generations of artists who would draw from the Great American Songbook. Released in October 1967, 'Simply Streisand' came during Barbra Streisand's rapid ascent to stardom following her breakthrough role in 'Funny Girl.' This album solidified her reputation as a versatile artist capable of crossing genres, particularly with her interpretations of jazz standards and pop classics.
Who is Simply Streisand for?
Simply Streisand works well if you're into short bursts of emotive vocals, for intimate gatherings and elegant background for dinner.
How many songs are on Simply Streisand?
Simply Streisand has 10 tracks, running approximately 29 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 My Funny Valentine Standout 2:23
- 2 The Nearness of You Standout 3:29
- 3 When Sunny Gets Blue 2:57
- 4 Make the Man Love Me 2:27
- 5 Lover Man (Oh, Where Can You Be?) 2:50
- 6 More Than You Know Standout 3:30
- 7 I’ll Know 2:48
- 8 All the Things You Are 3:36
- 9 The Boy Next Door 2:51
- 10 Stout‐Hearted Men 2:42
Release Date
October 1, 1967
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
29 min 35 sec
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