The Jazz Singer – Original Songs from the Motion Picture
Neil Diamond · 1980
39 min · 15 tracks · folk · pop rock · soft rock
A vibrant blend of pop rock and heartfelt ballads reflecting the emotional journey of a young cantor.
Why this album works
- Best for
- emotional storytelling through music short, impactful listening sessions reflective and nostalgic moods
- Context
- Released on November 10, 1980, 'The Jazz Singer' marked Neil Diamond's transition into film music, following his successful career as a solo recording artist. This album was his first foray into scoring a movie, coinciding with the peak of his popularity, following hits like 'Song Sung Blue' and 'Cracklin' Rosie'.
- If you like
- folk, pop rock, soft rock
The Jazz Singer – Original Songs from the Motion Picture is an album by Neil Diamond, released in 1980. A vibrant blend of pop rock and heartfelt ballads reflecting the emotional journey of a young cantor. 'The Jazz Singer' reached No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and solidified Diamond's influence in both music and film. The song 'America' became an anthem of national pride, often associated with various cultural moments, and the film itself contributed to the rise of musical films during the era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Jazz Singer – Original Songs from the Motion Picture sound like?
A vibrant blend of pop rock and heartfelt ballads reflecting the emotional journey of a young cantor. Rooted in folk and pop rock.
What makes The Jazz Singer – Original Songs from the Motion Picture by Neil Diamond notable?
'The Jazz Singer' reached No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and solidified Diamond's influence in both music and film. The song 'America' became an anthem of national pride, often associated with various cultural moments, and the film itself contributed to the rise of musical films during the era. Released on November 10, 1980, 'The Jazz Singer' marked Neil Diamond's transition into film music, following his successful career as a solo recording artist. This album was his first foray into scoring a movie, coinciding with the peak of his popularity, following hits like 'Song Sung Blue' and 'Cracklin' Rosie'.
Who is The Jazz Singer – Original Songs from the Motion Picture for?
The Jazz Singer – Original Songs from the Motion Picture works well if you're into emotional storytelling through music, short, impactful listening sessions and reflective and nostalgic moods.
How many songs are on The Jazz Singer – Original Songs from the Motion Picture?
The Jazz Singer – Original Songs from the Motion Picture has 15 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 America Standout 4:20
- 2 Adon Olom 0:30
- 3 You Baby 2:54
- 4 Love on the Rocks Standout 3:39
- 5 Amazed and Confused 2:50
- 6 On the Robert E. Lee 2:03
- 7 Summerlove 3:17
- 8 Hello Again Standout 4:02
- 9 Acapulco 2:47
- 10 Hey Louise 2:58
- 11 Songs of Life 3:31
- 12 Jerusalem 3:04
- 13 Kol Nidre 1:07
- 14 My Name Is Yussel (Theme) 0:32
- 15 America (reprise) 2:21
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