The Glen Campbell Goodtime Album
Glen Campbell · 1970
27 min · 10 tracks · country music
A sunny blend of country, pop, and rock, infused with heartfelt storytelling and orchestral arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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MacArthur Park — This track stands out as a lush interpretation of Jimmy Webb's complex composition, featuring rich orchestration that showcases Campbell's vocal range and emotional depth.
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My Way — Campbell's version imbues the classic with a sense of earnestness and vulnerability, making it a defining moment on the album that resonates with themes of reflection and resolve.
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Bridge Over Troubled Water — His powerful take on this Simon & Garfunkel classic emphasizes Campbell's unique ability to convey both strength and fragility through his interpretation, adding a personal touch to the well-known anthem.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and orchestration but lacks a strong thematic cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a cover of 'It’s Only Make Believe', setting a mid-tempo pace that continues through the first half.
- Tracks feature lush orchestral arrangements, particularly evident in 'MacArthur Park' and 'Bridge Over Troubled Water'.
- The last three tracks shift to a more introspective tone, with 'Funny Kind of Monday' closing on a lighter note.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- concise listening experiences
- uplifting, feel-good vibes
- short, engaging tracks
- nostalgic reflections and memories
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified Campbell's crossover appeal to mainstream pop audiences.
- Career context
- Released on September 1, 1970, this album came during Glen Campbell's commercial peak, following his successful crossover from country to mainstream pop. It was his sixth studio album and built upon the acclaim of earlier hits like 'Gentle on My Mind' and 'Wichita Lineman,' further solidifying his status as a versatile artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jimmy Webb· John Denver· The Mamas & the Papas
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It’s Only Make Believe 2:18
- 2 MacArthur Park 4:47
- 3 As Far as I’m Concerned 2:45
- 4 Just Another Piece of Paper 2:09
- 5 Pave Your Way Into Tomorrow 1:36
- 6 My Way 3:14
- 7 Dream Sweet Dreams About Me 2:37
- 8 Bridge Over Troubled Water 3:30
- 9 Turn It Around in Your Mind 2:11
- 10 Funny Kind of Monday 2:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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