What's Wrong with This Picture? cover

What's Wrong with This Picture?

Andrew Gold · 1976

55 min · 15 tracks · folk rock

A blend of introspective folk rock and catchy melodies that reflect personal and social themes.

Why this album works

The album features the hit single 'Lonely Boy', which received significant radio play and contributed to Gold's rising fame. Additionally, the album showcases his ability to blend humor and poignancy, influencing subsequent artists in the folk rock genre.
Career context
Released in 1976, 'What's Wrong with This Picture?' was Andrew Gold's third studio album, following his successful sophomore effort 'Andrew Gold'. At this point, Gold was establishing himself as a prominent singer-songwriter, recognized for his unique sound that combined pop sensibilities with folk influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Piknik· R.E.M.· Michael Stipe

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hope You Feel Good Standout 4:49
  • 2 Passing Thing 4:10
  • 3 Do Wah Diddy 2:52
  • 4 Learning the Game 4:09
  • 5 Angel Woman 1:42
  • 6 Must Be Crazy Standout 4:14
  • 8 Firefly 3:22
  • 9 Stay 4:46
  • 10 Go Back Home Again 3:12
  • 11 One of Them Is Me 4:01
  • 12 Lonely Boy (original version) Standout 4:24
  • 13 Firefly (early Unfinished version) 3:14
  • 14 Gorilla Jam 1:22
  • 15 Feel It 4:22
  • 16 Hope You Feel Good (live) 4:45

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata