The Feel of Neil Diamond cover

Released 60 years ago this August

The Feel of Neil Diamond

Neil Diamond · 1966

29 min · 12 tracks · folk · pop rock · soft rock

A vibrant blend of folk and pop rock, brimming with catchy hooks and heartfelt storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick bursts of catchy energy
  • for upbeat gatherings
  • nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
  • short tracks for busy moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer long, immersive albums
  • seek deep, introspective themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on August 12, 1966, 'The Feel of Neil Diamond' marked Neil Diamond's first full-length studio album following his early success as a songwriter for others. At this point in his career, Diamond was transitioning from behind-the-scenes work to becoming a solo artist, paving the way for his future commercial breakthrough in the late 1960s.
Stylistic neighbors
James Taylor· Cat Stevens· Simon & Garfunkel

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Solitary Man 2:33
  • 2 Red Rubber Ball 2:19
  • 3 La Bamba 2:07
  • 4 Do It 1:57
  • 5 Hanky Panky 2:47
  • 6 Monday, Monday 3:03
  • 7 New Orleans 2:24
  • 8 Someday Baby 2:17
  • 9 Oh No No 2:19
  • 10 I’ll Come Running 2:50
  • 11 Love to Love 2:20
  • 12 Cherry, Cherry 2:42

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