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Originally released on United Artists.Personnel: Gerry Rafferty (vocals, acoustic guitar, piano, keyboards, background vocals); Hugh Murphy (vocals, guitar, electric guitar, t...Read more
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A 70s rock classic that is must-add to any CD collection.
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First, you have to be able to appreciate melodic singing and playing to enjoy Rafferty. If that is you, then this is a great album. Very few weak points, many strong ones. Of ...Read more
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Product description
| Album Features | |
| UPC: | 077774604925 |
| Artist: | Gerry Rafferty |
| Format: | CD |
| Release Year: | 1989 |
| Record Label: | EMI Music Distribution |
| Genre: | Rock & Pop, Singer/Songwriter |
Track Listing
1. Ark, The
2. Baker Street - (remix)
3. Right Down the Line
4. City to City
5. Stealin' Time
6. Mattie's Rag
7. Whatever's Written in Your Heart - (remix)
8. Home and Dry
9. Island
10. Waiting for the Day
| Details | |
| Playing Time: | 51 min. |
| Producer: | Gerry Rafferty, Hugh Murphy |
| Distributor: | EMI Music Distribution |
| Recording Type: | Studio |
| Recording Mode: | Stereo |
| SPAR Code: | AAD |
Album Notes
Originally released on United Artists.Personnel: Gerry Rafferty (vocals, acoustic guitar, piano, keyboards, background vocals); Hugh Murphy (vocals, guitar, electric guitar, tabla, tambourine); Graham Preskett (vocals, mandolin, violin, fiddle, keyboards); Gary Taylor (vocals, keyboards, Moog synthesizer, background vocals); John McBurnie, Vivienne McAuliffe, Rab Noakes, Roger Brown , Barbara Dickson (vocals, background vocals); Nigel Jenkins, Hugh Burns, Jerry Donahue (guitar, electric guitar); Andy Fairweather Low (guitar); Micky Moody (acoustic guitar); Brian Cole (steel guitar, dobro); B.J. Cole (steel guitar); Paul Jones (harmonica); Willy Ray (accordion); Raphael Ravenscroft (saxophone, alto saxophone); Tommy Eyre (piano, grand piano, electric piano, organ, keyboards, Moog synthesizer); Glen LeFleur (drums, tambourine, percussion); Henry Spinetti (drums); Vivian McAuliff, Vivian McAulipe, Joanna Carlin (background vocals).Recording information: Berwick Street Studios; Chipping Norton Studios; Marquee Studios, London, England.Unknown Contributor Roles: Vivian McAuliff; Nigel Jenkins; Micky Moody.Arranger: Tommy Eyre.Often mistaken with Night Owl, as they both had similar subject matter and beautiful Patrick Byrne covers, the main difference is that this is the one with "Baker Street," probably the most flogged song of the past two decades, and one that now does his credibility no good. Missing out in the memory bank is the powerful "The Ark," and the often ignored, radio-friendly title track. It also includes two of his finest open love songs: "Right Down The Line" and the innocently profound "Whatever's Written In Your Heart"), with the line "so we agree to disagree, at least we got our memories."
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A 70s rock classic that is must-add to any CD collection.
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Created: 07/05/11
) First, you have to be able to appreciate melodic singing and playing to enjoy Rafferty. If that is you, then this is a great album. Very few weak points, many strong ones. Of course, the hits are easy to compliment - Baker Street with its awesome sax line and haunting melody (good enough for the Foo Fighters to have covered recently); Right Down The Line with its reggae-influenced backbeat and Gerry's sweet guitar. But there are other songs on here that deserve heavy praise. The Ark opens the album with Rafferty's song writing skills on full display. He incorporates so many different sounds and instruments, but makes it come together beautifully. Stealin' Time is a classic tune that is musically diverse and well put together. The title track, City To City, Mattie's Rag, Home And Dry and Waiting For The Day are more up-tempo and provide good energy. If I have one criticism, it would be the self-indulgence of Whatever's Written In Your Heart. The song is beautiful and well-performed, the lyrics are meaningful and Gerry sings them with feeling. But it goes on too long and is a little too filled with soulful choir back-up singers. Overall, this is a great album and I had missed it for too many years. News of Gerry's death made me think of it again, and I'm very happy I added it to my CD collection.
Thank you for voting. If your vote meets our So much more than 'Baker Street.'
Created: 25/05/08
) Growing up in the '70s, songs like 'Baker Street' and 'Right Down The Line' were played on top-40 radio as well as some of the cooler FM stations. City To City became a chart-topper, reaching #1 on Billboard's Hot 200. I bought the album, and found early on that these other songs became just as memorable for me.
I really enjoy most of the songs on this album, from the opening 'The Ark' to the fun-tempoed 'Mattie's Rag.' 'Stealin' Time' could easily have been another single, to my ears, while 'Whatever's Written In Your Heart' goes on a little too long, but it's still well written. This music is a throwback to a time when songwriting and performance really mattered, and Gerry Rafferty and company created a solid effort throughout this album. It truly is more than just the hits 'Baker Street' and 'Right Down The Line.'
I really enjoy most of the songs on this album, from the opening 'The Ark' to the fun-tempoed 'Mattie's Rag.' 'Stealin' Time' could easily have been another single, to my ears, while 'Whatever's Written In Your Heart' goes on a little too long, but it's still well written. This music is a throwback to a time when songwriting and performance really mattered, and Gerry Rafferty and company created a solid effort throughout this album. It truly is more than just the hits 'Baker Street' and 'Right Down The Line.'
City to City - Rafferty, Gerry (CD 1996)
Created: 15/08/08
) I decided to buy this CD because I remember most of the tunes from the 70's and 80's. What I loved about these songs, I still love...probably more now. The element of nostalgia is a big reason for the attraction. Gerry Rafferty seems to have a gift for epitomizing life in the late 70's through his music. To me it is mesmerizing, almost hypnotic, and the harmonies and chord progressions are brilliant. His melodic voice just goes right along with it! Favorite tunes are Home and Dry, Mattie's Rag, and of course Baker Street. Kudos to Rafferty for an outstanding collection of awesome tunes!!
City to City: Gerry Rafferty
Created: 23/10/08
) Awesome CD. Obviously Baker Street and Right Down the Line are the headliners of this CD which are in their original format, not remixed. The rest of the CD continues to add credit to Rafferty's music, particularly songs like City to City, Mattie's Rag, and Island. The only way you cannot like this CD is to not like Rafferty.
A Solid Compilation
Created: 09/09/06
Yes, I reviewed "The Steelers Wheel Best Of" and this was the singer of that artist. But it still continues on with Gerry doing solo songs. I mean how can anyone not love the killer sax solo in "Baker Street" which is the ORIGINAL version & not that remixed version that recently was released on a "Best Of" album of "Wheel/Rafferty" that sounds like garbage. The album also contains other hits as well as his biggest hit already mentioned. He actually had more success then he did in "Steelers Wheel". Well, it is your turn to bid or "Buy It Out" on this highly recommended album. You can also can us on our website "Judemac Forever" if you search msn.
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