The RCA Albums Collection

Harry Nilsson · 2013

872 min · 308 tracks · psychedelic rock · soft rock · baroque pop

A whimsical blend of baroque pop melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in lush arrangements.

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Why this album works

Best for: whimsical melodies for daydreaming short tracks for quick enjoyment dynamic flow with varied intensity
Context: Released in 2013, The RCA Albums Collection is a comprehensive box set that encapsulates Harry Nilsson's evolution from his 1967 debut, Pandemonium Shadow Show, through to his later works. At this point in his career, Nilsson was celebrated for his distinctive vocal style and eclectic songwriting, having already gained significant acclaim with hits like 'Everybody's Talkin'' and 'Without You'. This collection showcases the full arc of his artistic journey during a prolific period of creativity.
If you like: psychedelic rock, soft rock, baroque pop

The RCA Albums Collection is an album by Harry Nilsson, released in 2013. A whimsical blend of baroque pop melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in lush arrangements. The RCA Albums Collection not only serves as a definitive anthology of Nilsson's work but also highlights his influence on subsequent generations of musicians. It includes tracks that have been covered by numerous artists, contributing to Nilsson’s legacy as an important figure in pop music history. The collection has been well-received critically, affirming Nilsson's status as a pioneering artist in the baroque pop genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The RCA Albums Collection sound like?

A whimsical blend of baroque pop melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in lush arrangements. Rooted in psychedelic rock and soft rock.

What makes The RCA Albums Collection by Harry Nilsson notable?

The RCA Albums Collection not only serves as a definitive anthology of Nilsson's work but also highlights his influence on subsequent generations of musicians. It includes tracks that have been covered by numerous artists, contributing to Nilsson’s legacy as an important figure in pop music history. The collection has been well-received critically, affirming Nilsson's status as a pioneering artist in the baroque pop genre. Released in 2013, The RCA Albums Collection is a comprehensive box set that encapsulates Harry Nilsson's evolution from his 1967 debut, Pandemonium Shadow Show, through to his later works. At this point in his career, Nilsson was celebrated for his distinctive vocal style and eclectic songwriting, having already gained significant acclaim with hits like 'Everybody's Talkin'' and 'Without You'. This collection showcases the full arc of his artistic journey during a prolific period of creativity.

Who is The RCA Albums Collection for?

The RCA Albums Collection works well if you're into whimsical melodies for daydreaming, short tracks for quick enjoyment and dynamic flow with varied intensity.

How many songs are on The RCA Albums Collection?

The RCA Albums Collection has 308 tracks, running approximately 872 minutes.

Tracklist

308 tracks·872:34

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

Disc 1

1 Ten Little Indians 2:51
2 1941 2:43
3 Cuddly Toy 2:53
4 She Sang Hymns Out of Tune 2:26
5 You Can’t Do That 2:22
6 Sleep Late, My Lady Friend 2:45
7 She’s Leaving Home 3:20
8 There Will Never Be 2:33
9 Without Her 2:21
10 Freckles 2:24
11 It’s Been So Long 2:15
12 River Deep – Mountain High 4:31
13 Ten Little Indians (mono) 2:52
14 1941 (mono) 2:40
15 Cuddly Toy (mono) 2:53
16 She Sang Hymns Out of Tune (mono) 2:24
17 You Can’t Do That (mono) 2:20
18 Sleep Late, My Lady Friend (mono) 2:45
19 She’s Leaving Home (mono) 3:20
20 There Will Never Be (mono) 2:32
21 Without Her (mono) 2:22
22 Freckles (mono) 2:26
23 It’s Been So Long (mono) 2:14
24 River Deep – Mountain High (mono) 4:20

Disc 2

1 Daddy’s Song 2:42
2 Good Old Desk 2:21
3 Don’t Leave Me 2:20
4 Mr. Richland’s Favorite Song 2:15
5 Little Cowboy 1:23
6 Together 2:11
7 Everybody’s Talkin’ Standout 2:44
8 I Said Goodbye to Me 2:17
9 Little Cowboy #2 0:51
10 Mr. Tinker 2:44
11 One 2:55
12 Wailing of the Willow 2:01
13 Bath 2:34
14 Daddy’s Song (mono) 2:43
15 Good Old Desk (mono) 2:21
16 Don’t Leave Me (mono) 2:21
17 Mr. Richland’s Favorite Song (mono) 2:15
18 Little Cowboy (mono) 1:23
19 Together (mono) 2:10
20 Everybody’s Talkin’ (mono) 2:48
21 I Said Goodbye to Me (mono) 2:16
22 Little Cowboy #2 (mono) 0:52
23 Mr. Tinker (mono) 2:44
24 One (mono) 2:55
25 Wailing of the Willow (mono) 2:01
26 Bath (mono) 2:26
27 Aerial Ballet Radio Spot (recorded July 1968) 1:01

Disc 3

1 The Puppy Song 2:42
2 Nobody Cares About the Railroads Anymore 2:45
3 Open Your Window 2:08
4 Mother Nature’s Son 2:44
5 Fairfax Rag 2:15
6 City Life 2:30
7 Mournin’ Glory Story 2:15
8 Maybe 3:08
9 Marchin’ Down Broadway 1:01
10 I Guess the Lord Must Be in New York City 2:43
11 Rainmaker 2:48
12 Mr. Bojangles 3:55
13 Simon Smith and the Amazing Dancing Bear 2:51
14 I Will Take You There (single mix) 2:43
15 Waiting (from the Motion Picture “Jenny”) 2:24
16 Rainmaker (single mix) 2:27
17 Mournin’ Glory Story (single mix) 2:16
18 Garbage Can Ballet (alternate version) 2:30
19 Harry Radio Spot (recorded 1969) 1:04
20 Voices of Vista Radio Spots (recorded June 1969) 2:53

Disc 4

1 Vine St. 2:54
2 Love Story 3:43
3 Yellow Man 2:21
4 Caroline 2:10
5 Cowboy 2:57
6 The Beehive State 2:09
7 I’ll Be Home 2:40
8 Living Without You 2:38
9 Dayton, Ohio 1903 1:54
10 So Long Dad 2:42
11 Snow 2:29
12 Love Story (alternate version) 3:24
13 Cowboy (alternate version) 2:22
14 I’ll Be Home (alternate version) 2:43
15 Living Without You (alternate version) 2:40

Disc 5

1 Everything’s Got ’Em 2:29
2 The Town (narration) 1:29
3 Me and My Arrow 2:06
4 The Game (narration) 1:51
5 Poli High 2:40
6 The Trial & Banishment (narration) 2:13
7 Think About Your Troubles 2:48
8 The Pointed Man (narration) 2:44
9 Life Line 2:22
10 The Birds (narration) 1:59
11 P.O.V. Waltz 2:13
12 The Clearing in the Woods (narration) 1:53
13 Are You Sleeping? 2:19
14 Oblio’s Return (narration) 3:20
15 Think About Your Troubles (alternate version) 2:36
16 Life Line (alternate version) 2:31
17 Down to the Valley (alternate version) 2:35
18 I’ll Never Leave You 1:55
19 The Point! Travel Brochure Radio Spot With Bill Martin 1:22

Disc 6

1 Introduction 0:09
2 1941 2:37
3 Daddy’s Song 2:09
4 Mr. Richland’s Favorite Song 2:06
5 Good Old Desk 2:31
6 Everybody’s Talkin’ Standout 2:42
7 Bath 1:40
8 River Deep – Mountain High 3:57
9 Sleep Late, My Lady Friend 2:38
10 Don’t Leave Me 2:13
11 Without Her 2:11
12 Together 1:37
13 One 2:18
14 Closing 0:28
15 You Can’t Do That 2:16
16 It’s Been So Long (Italian version, 1967) 2:12
17 Sleep Late, My Lady Friend (Italian version, 1967) 2:41
18 Without Her (Italian version, 1967) 2:20
19 Cuddly Toy (Italian version, 1967) 2:52
20 You Can’t Do That (Italian version, 1967) 2:19
21 Introduction by Brian Matthew (live, 1968-11-05: BBC’s “Saturday Club”) 0:49
22 1941 (live, 1968-11-05: BBC’s “Saturday Club”) 2:30
23 Mr. Richland’s Favorite Song (live, 1968-11-05: BBC’s “Saturday Club”) 2:20
24 Nilsson Talks With Brian Matthew (live, 1968-11-05: BBC’s “Saturday Club”) 1:55
25 Together (live, 1968-11-05: BBC’s “Saturday Club”) 2:07
26 Good Old Desk (live, 1968-11-05: BBC’s “Saturday Club”) 2:30
27 Aerial Pandemonium Ballet Radio Spot 0:57