The fresh breath of early Orleans resonates like a refreshing breeze.
A collection of early recordings by Orleans. A natural blend of country and pop sensibilities, the album features a warm sound woven with beautiful choruses and light rhythms. A sincere album that evokes the origins of American rock.
Based on an acoustic texture, the clarity of the guitar and soft harmonies resonate pleasantly. The rhythm is light, and each song has a natural groove. Orleans' distinctive chorus work is already highly polished, and the coexistence of clear melodies and delicate vocals is impressive. The simple, unadorned arrangements enhance the quality of the songs, conveying the pure energy and sincerity of the band's early days. This excellent work offers a taste of the warmth and openness of American rock, with a feel that hints at the mellow AOR sound of their later years.
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A:
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1)
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Please Be There
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2)
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If
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3)
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Two-Faced World
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4)
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Turn Out The Light
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5)
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Tongue-Tied
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B:
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Half Moon
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2)
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Mountain
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3)
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Wanderlust
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4)
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Ticonderoga Moon
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5)
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Stoned
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6)
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It All Comes Back Again
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C:
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Let's Have A Good Time
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2)
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Dance With Me
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3)
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Wake Up
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4)
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Let There Be Music
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5)
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The Last Song
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D:
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1)
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Sweet Johanna
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2)
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Sunset
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3)
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Money
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4)
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The Breakdown
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Mastered By - Bob Ludwig
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Producer - Wells Kelly
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Engineer - Nick Jameson
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Mixed By - Nick Jameson
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Producer - Johanna Hall
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Engineer - Zach Wiesner
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Producer - Larry Hoppen
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Producer - Lance Hoppen
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Producer - John Hall
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Engineer - Adam Taylor (7)