The Shadow of Your Smile
Andy Williams · 1966
27 min · 11 tracks · country · jazz · easy listening
A lush collection of romantic ballads infused with smooth jazzy arrangements and Williams' warm vocal delivery.
Why this album works
- Best for
- warm vocal delivery for romance short tracks for quick enjoyment carefree tunes for lighthearted moments
- Context
- In 1966, Andy Williams was at the height of his popularity, following the success of his previous albums. 'The Shadow of Your Smile' came during a period when he transitioned from television star to successful recording artist, further solidifying his status in pop and easy listening genres.
- If you like
- country, jazz, easy listening
The Shadow of Your Smile is an album by Andy Williams, released in 1966. A lush collection of romantic ballads infused with smooth jazzy arrangements and Williams' warm vocal delivery. This album is notable for its inclusion of the title track, which won an Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1966. It also reached No. 10 on the Billboard charts, showcasing Williams' ability to blend pop and jazz influences while appealing to a wide audience. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Shadow of Your Smile sound like?
A lush collection of romantic ballads infused with smooth jazzy arrangements and Williams' warm vocal delivery. Rooted in country and jazz.
What makes The Shadow of Your Smile by Andy Williams notable?
This album is notable for its inclusion of the title track, which won an Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1966. It also reached No. 10 on the Billboard charts, showcasing Williams' ability to blend pop and jazz influences while appealing to a wide audience. In 1966, Andy Williams was at the height of his popularity, following the success of his previous albums. 'The Shadow of Your Smile' came during a period when he transitioned from television star to successful recording artist, further solidifying his status in pop and easy listening genres.
Who is The Shadow of Your Smile for?
The Shadow of Your Smile works well if you're into warm vocal delivery for romance, short tracks for quick enjoyment and carefree tunes for lighthearted moments.
How many songs are on The Shadow of Your Smile?
The Shadow of Your Smile has 11 tracks, running approximately 27 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Shadow of Your Smile Standout 2:13
- 2 The Sweetheart Tree 2:05
- 3 I Will Wait for You Standout 2:30
- 4 The Ballad of Cat Ballou 2:29
- 5 What's New Pussycat Standout 2:08
- 6 Rainin' 2:48
- 7 Lover Come Back to Me 2:21
- 8 Cute 2:17
- 9 After You've Gone 3:10
- 10 It's Only a Paper Moon 2:22
- 11 Liza 2:40
Release Date
April 1, 1966
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
27 min 3 sec
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