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Linda Ronstadt & The Nelson Riddle Orchestra – What's New (used)
Linda Ronstadt & The Nelson Riddle Orchestra – What's New (used)
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Information on the album "
What's New" by Linda Ronstadt & The Nelson Riddle Orchestra is as follows:- About the album: This album is notable as Linda Ronstadt's pivot from rock and pop to traditional pop standards, in collaboration with arranger Nelson Riddle. It is the first of three albums she recorded with Riddle in the 1980s, aiming to reintroduce these classic songs.
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Release Information:
- Release Date: September 1983.
- Labels: Asylum Records.
- Genre: Traditional Pop Lounge, Jazz, Vocal Jazz.
- Length: 36:35.
- Recorded: June 30, 1982 – March 4, 1983, at The Complex in Los Angeles.
- Tracklist: The album features a selection of classic pop standards. You can find the full tracklist in the referenced documents.
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Chart Performance:
- The album was highly successful, reaching number 3 on the Billboard 200 and number 2 on the Billboard Jazz albums chart.
- It was certified Triple Platinum in the US and sold over 5 million copies globally.
- The title track reached number 53 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- Ronstadt received a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Vocal Performance, Female for the album.
- Production: The album was produced by Peter Asher, arranged by Nelson Riddle, and engineered by George Massenburg.
- Album Cover: The cover, designed by John Kosh, features Ronstadt in a vintage dress on satin sheets.
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Availability:
- The album is available on vinyl and CD.
- Various vinyl versions exist, including a 200g reissue.
- It can be purchased from retailers like Amazon.com, Discogs, Elusive Disc, and eBay.
- Critical Reception: "What's New" was well-received critically. The New York Times described it as a significant attempt to revive a certain style of pop music. While praised for vocals and arrangements, some critics found it less engaging than her previous work.
"What's New" is a significant album showcasing Linda Ronstadt's interpretation of classic American standards with Nelson Riddle's arrangements.
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