Steppin' Out
Neil Sedaka · 1976
59 min · 16 tracks · pop music
A vibrant blend of pop melodies and heartfelt lyrics that captures the essence of 1970s soft rock.
Why this album works
'Steppin' Out' is significant for its commercial success, peaking at number 12 on the Billboard 200 chart and helping to re-establish Sedaka's presence in the music industry after years of fluctuating popularity. The album features several singles that contributed to the soft rock scene, solidifying Sedaka's reputation as a key figure in the genre during this era.
- Best for
- steady melodic journey throughout feel-good anthems for gatherings nostalgic vibes of sunny days
- Context
- By 1976, Neil Sedaka was experiencing a resurgence in his career, highlighted by this album which followed his return to the charts with 'Laughter in the Rain' from 1975. 'Steppin' Out' marked his continued evolution as a songwriter and performer, showcasing a more mature sound while maintaining his signature pop sensibility.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elvis Presley· Willie Nelson· Harry Nilsson· Nancy Sinatra· John Denver· The Lovin' Spoonful· Kenny Rogers· Fergie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sing Me 2:30
- 2 You Gotta Make Your Own Sunshine 3:27
- 3 #1 With a Heartache 3:53
- 4 Steppin’ Out Standout 3:21
- 5 Love in the Shadows 3:25
- 6 Cardboard California 4:17
- 7 Here We Are Falling in Love Again 3:37
- 8 I Let You Walk Away 4:01
- 9 Good Times, Good Music, Good Friends Standout 3:19
- 10 Perfect Strangers 4:45
- 11 Bad and Beautiful 3:53
- 12 Summer Nights 2:59
- 13 (Baby) Don’t Let It Mess Your Mind 5:27
- 14 Time Waits for No One 2:53
- 15 (Is This the Way to) Amarillo Standout 3:20
- 16 Should’ve Never Let You Go 4:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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