Released 40 years ago
The Touch
Alabama · 1986
44 min · 10 tracks · country
A polished blend of contemporary country sounds infused with soft rock sensibilities and heartfelt storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey throughout
- heartfelt storytelling in every track
- for relaxed evenings
- pacing that encourages full listen
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1986, 'The Touch' was Alabama's seventh studio album, coming off their commercial peak in the early 1980s. With several multi-platinum albums leading up to this point, the band was solidifying their status as country music superstars while exploring a more mainstream sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Zac Brown Band· Lady A· Brothers Osborne
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You’ve Got the Touch 4:16
- 2 Vacation 5:35
- 3 True, True Housewife 3:54
- 4 Is This How Love Begins 2:40
- 5 Cruisin’ 3:39
- 6 Touch Me When We’re Dancing 3:42
- 7 Let’s Hear It for the Girl 3:59
- 8 It’s All Comin’ Back to Me Now 4:29
- 9 I Taught Her Everything She Knows 4:37
- 10 Pony Express 7:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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