Walk Away Renée / Pretty Ballerina cover

Walk Away Renée / Pretty Ballerina

The Left Banke · 1967

28 min · 11 tracks · baroque pop

A lush tapestry of orchestral arrangements and harmonizing vocals that define baroque pop's emotional landscape.

Why this album works

Best for
steady, consistent energy levels short, reflective listening sessions melodic background ambiance
Context
Released in January 1967, 'Walk Away Renée/Pretty Ballerina' was The Left Banke's debut album, establishing them as pioneers of the baroque pop genre. It followed their hit single 'Walk Away Renée,' which had already garnered significant radio play and set high expectations for the group’s full-length effort.
Stylistic neighbors
Harry Nilsson· Miguel Ríos· Phil Ochs

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Pretty Ballerina Standout 2:38
  • 2 She May Call You Up Tonight Standout 2:19
  • 3 Barterers and Their Wives 3:20
  • 4 I've Got Something on My Mind 2:49
  • 5 Let Go of You Girl 2:50
  • 6 Evening Gown 1:47
  • 7 Walk Away Renée Standout 2:44
  • 8 What Do You Know 2:57
  • 9 Shadows Breaking Over My Head 2:36
  • 10 I Haven't Got the Nerve 2:12
  • 11 Lazy Day 2:25

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