Dusty In Memphis

Slightly shocked to find that Dusty Springfield recorded both "You Don't Own Me" and "Son of a Preacher Man." And "The Windmills of Your Mind" is just the best version of it, even though Dusty apparently hated it.

Rauhallista ja aika tunnelmallista. Mut vähän sillein rokahtavasti. Ihan jepa perus

Kind of the same as the last Dusty album.

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7/10

Super romantic.

Dusty has a beautiful voice! I think I got overwhelmed a bit by all the ballads here, but I still really enjoyed it and would love to own this on vinyl eventually

Solid album. Really beautiful voice! 3/5

The windmills of your mind

Beautiful

What a great album!

This is a lovely album. It's real smooth and chilled. I love her voice, I love the instrumentation and melodies, and it's just a real nice time overall.

6/11

Not for me

"Dusty in Memphis" is the fifth studio album by English singer Dusty Springfield. The initial sessions were recorded in Memphis with a team of musicians including The Memphis Boys' Reggie Young (guitarist) and Tommy Cogbill (bassist) and backing vocalists The Sweet Inspirations. Final vocals and the orchestral parts were finished in NYC. There were apparently insecurity and stubborness issues with Dusty and the recordngs in Memphis. Three producers were used and the songs were written by LA and NYC-based writers Brill Building Sound which included Gerry Coffin, Carole King and Randy Newman among others. The intent was to mixed pop with southern soul. Initially, the album did not sell well but other artists (Elvis Presley) followed her lead to record similarily in Memphis. The album is considered one of the best albums of all time and was put into National Recording Registry for its significance by the Library of Congress in 2020. Dramatic strings open and carry the first song "Just a Little Lovin.'" Dusty's incredible voice and the backing vocals of The Sweet Inspirations. And what can you say about "Son of a Preacher Man." A song originally written for Aretha Franklin who later did a version. The piano, the drum kick, horns and that guitar lick. Surely, one of the best songs of the 60's and Dusty's most famous song. Piano, pyschedelic guitar, horns and drums lead the Gerry Coffin and Carole King song "Don't Forget About Me." A change of pace of sorts. The second side starts with two songs less reliant on the backing vocals. "Just One Smile" is strings, drums and more R&Bish. Congas and a spanish guitar.are added to "The Windmills of Your Mind." It's gentle with a bossa nova beat. The albums ends with another Coffin/King song in "I Can't Make it Alone." Piano, strings and a slow beat. A perfect way to end with the soulful backing vocals. It's hard to think of a better representation of the blue-eyed soul genre. Outstanding vocals and backing vocals and great arrangements. It's hard to imagine that because of the Memphis experience Dusty only pick two of the songs, "Just a Little Lovin'" and "Son of a Preacher Man," that she liked for the recording. Regardless, an all-time classic.

Mellow and very clean. Good music to smoke and write memoirs to.

Tremendous voice and great production, but this album goes on a bit too long.

She really does have an excellent voice, and there is some melancholic sounds here I enjoy quite a bit as well. I don't understand this "Son of A Preacher Man" praise, though, it was probably my least favorite song on the album. Heresy, I realize, but the album is very good nonetheless.

A classic. Brilliant hits.

listened to it twice since i didn't absorb much the first time while passively listening. nice, calming songs but not what i'd typically seek out or listen to frequently. favorite songs: the windmills of your mind, no easy way down

Album 45 of 1 Dusty Springfield - Dusty in Memphis Favorite Track : Son of a Preacher Man Rating : 3 / 5 Pleasant enough. Nothing that changed my being, but fine vocals. The overall production and nuance of the songs seems dated at times, but in a good way.

Loved it. Son of a Prea her man is incredibly horny and Windmills of your Mind is a tune.

Dusty does her thing. I’ve heard her thing many many times, and it’s a good sounding thing, of course. But it’s just not my favourite thing.

Preacher man is a good track

Ehhh very air supply feeling. Best song was definitely Son of a Preacher Man

The Windmills of Your Mind absolute banger

Fabulous. A proper pop singer showing that the genre can be so much more than lightweight bubble gum pop peddled by the likes of Taylor Swift & Britneeeeee.

This is a decent album. I liked a number of the songs but a number of them were forgettable to me as well. I've never known much of Dusty Springfield's music besides 'Son of a Preacher Man' but she has a great voice. I have to go with a middling rating, since the album was a bit hit and miss to me, there are a couple of really strong songs on here though. Standout Tracks: So Much Love, Son of a Preacher Man, Don't Forget About Me, No Easy Way Down

Vibe!

It’s just alright

Vad är väl en kväll på slottet jämfört men en dag i Memphis med Dusty?

Solidly enjoyable

очень хорошая, надо ещё слушать

I love dusty’s voice but - Son of a Preacher Man aside - this doesn’t quite have the songs to match it. Nothing wrong with it but the rest of the album tends to blur together a bit

Nice å hørra originalen til den walker brothers-sangen

Dnl tbh

I somewhat recalled the name Dusty Springfield and got some expectations before listening and I got exactly what I hoped for.

Just when you thought blue eyed soul couldn't get worse, British people start doing it and somehow make it worse. No grits, no balls, no soul, this pales in comparison to Aretha.

Holy hell! I saw "In Memphis" and was expecting some honky tonk southern drawl. What a pleasant surprise to get a voice like this! I feel like there is a Spanish influence on this album with the drums, soft guitar, and maracas, especially in "Windmills of your Mind" and "Land of Make Believe" Great album. I'm not sure that it's music I'll more regularly seek out, but I certainly enjoyed it!

Dusty's got some pipes! I love when I go into an album thinking I won't know a single song but I end up recognizing 3.

What a clean voice for someone so.... Dusty. She reminds me of Amy Winehouse. Son of a Preacher Man is an obvious jam. Don't think I ever would've guessed it was by this person. The Windmills of Your Mind is fantastic.

It was alright, not unpleasant to listen to but not very attention grabbing

Great album. Classic torch songs.

Silky smooth voice. Sometimes the songs on the record are a bit cheesy. Highlight is Son of a Preacher Man.

sunny afternoon album

Light 6/10

Not quite me

3.6/5

Beautiful voice, just not into it

Probably won’t listen again

A beautiful album. The great American song writers, the great American Sound Studios house band. Everything about this oozes the sound of Memphis Soul. Dusty's sound, her voice, her phrasing is all perfect.

08.04.23. Приятный звук, красивый вокал и чарующая винтажная атмосфера. Довольно хороший альбом, который иногда можно послушать для проникновения в атмосферу того времени. Примечательно, что певица ещё и британская.

i'm a sucker for dusty springfield's voice! her biggest hit, "son of a preacher man," is on this album, and ugh is it a scene stealer. it's so easy to sing along, and dusty even veers a little into country. it's a damn good catchy song; no wonder it's her biggest song. but as for her other songs, they are soulful and delightful. her tender voice is perfect for "the windmills of your mind" in particular, especially with the song's slow beginning. like other dusty albums, these songs are all written by others. dusty was choosy about the songs she recorded, which was wise considering (my personal philosophy of) covering songs in a unique way. i like the variety of song writers chosen here--though i am pleased to see carole king on there four times!

Another solid Dusty Springfield album! Her voice is so sweet and so sultry in all the right places. There is a good mix of pop, soul, and jazz on this album that makes this very approachable and enjoyable from all angles. Arriving in 1969, this album sits as a perfect capstone of soulful 60s women, before music trended away toward different genres in the 70s. It is easy to see where other white female British singers of later decades who exist at the intersection of pop, soul, and jazz probably used this album and Dusty Springfield herself as a blueprint. But it's really no wonder why: the music here feels timeless, enjoyable, and easy to listen to in any decade or era.

The "Memphis Sound" is as far as I can grope for an explanation; These crossover British acts often miss more than they hit, but not here. Dusty In Memphis is genreless, but instead of dissolving into mush stands up like good pop should. Too much artifice prevents one from assessing what is earned or not, but the songs follow each other well and exist on their own merits. And behind the voice, five years before left in its groove, there's lots of energy in the instrumentals.

Very good. Particularly impressed with The Windmills of Your Mind.

interesting!

This was a decent listen. There are some obvious classics here, and the in-between songs are all solid. The instrumentals are gorgeous. I loved the song "The Windmills of Your Mind," it kind of sounds like a James Bond theme.

Hard to go past hits from the bong err Song Of A Preacher Man as a standout track but my faves from this release would be Just A Little Lovin' and I Can't Make It Alone.

Wow, what a voice! I haven't really listened to any Dusty Springfield before but I'm definitely open to hearing more now. Love her delivery! Fave track - this version of "Son of a Preacher Man" is excellent - I should maybe listen to the Aretha version along side it. My top pick, however, has to be "The Windmills of You Mind". She starts off sounding aloof, maybe even drowsy, and her voice transforms over the course of the song - fascinating!

Not really my genre, but a nice calm woman-vocal rock

There’s one song I like. You know the one.

Nice late 60s sound and good songs, but a little predictable for a modern ear

Another one that is quite beloved but not by me. Rather bores me for the most part. But I do really love "Son of a Preacher Man" - go figure!

Much like A Girl Called Dusty, this is a good album, plus it has the iconic Son of A Preacher Man on it.

Can't beat a bit of Dusty

Not awful, but I'm not into it. She's pretty good at singing. I wonder what it would be like to be good at singing. I think I would sing about stuff if I was good -- can you imagine the pleasure of being able to produce consistent harmony with your voice?

Another masterpiece. Can hear how Dusty has influenced the likes of Amy Winehouse and Adele nearly four decades on with the beautiful string arrangements, a flawless voice and the ability to transport you to a smoky, sultry bar in the city at midnight surrounded by individuals dressed to the nines. Son of a Preacher Man may be the most popular track off the album; not close to being the best though. Perfect from front to back.

Quick one, what a great voice

I enjoyed this more than I thought I would. Dusky motown fare, Dusty Springfield's silky voice decorating the music.

A lot of albums on this list are 1969 - random observation. Must have been a good year for music. Thought it was fine. Enjoyed it over all. Mind wandered at points.

I really liked this album a lot. Saved it for the future. Don't think there's a bad moment in the whole 35 minutes. The strings I loved, the strong start and the cover on Windmills of you Mind was great

Windmills of your Mind is the standout.

Great voice, don't like the material - it's just standard 1960s pop music.

Dusty is a bonafide legend and my Dad loves her music so it's always been around me, this is a fantastic reminder of a beautiful sound. It all seems so effortless.

Absolutely magic, this. Struggling to decide between a 4 and a 5, but it's the best album we've had in a long old while. Her voice is beautiful, the album hangs together really well with a few changes of mood and doesn't overstay its welcome at all. It's sweet, but not saccharine, and there are a couple of brilliant songs (everyone knows Son Of A Preacher Man, but I think The Windmills Of Your Mind is even better) On balance, will round down to a 4 as not all of the songs are hers, but was very close to a 5.

Fantastic

Good but not going into my rotation

First half nice but Son Of A Preacher-man is the hit for a reason

Not my kind of music.

Son of a Preacher Man is almost cool enough to save it on it's own but nah

A pleasant listen

A pleasant listen.

Dig the Dusty. Honourable mention to the first two songs. She goes from “Just a Little Lovin” to “So Much Love”. Drastic change in love.

Meh.

Some great songs. Some not so great songs. Pretty good rainy day listening.

Preachers son... classic! Talented artist, but not for me.

Not an every day album, but definitely has a time and place to be ideal listening.

Son of a Preacher Man will always be a banger...but the rest of the album... sorry Dusty

She’s so cool. I guess there was a lot of soul music coming out of Memphis at that time. Son of a Preacher man has been in a lot of stuff like a Dr. Pepper commercial and also on the Pulp Fiction soundtrack. This isn’t going on my gym playlist but I would eat a grilled cheese and bowl of Campbell’s tomato while listening in the future.

Beautiful voice, yet apart from Son of a Preacher Man, the songs were largely forgettable.

She's got a good voice but pretty boring music overall. Son of a preacher is a classic.

This should be required listening for any teenage boy trying to get lucky at prom. If I was meeting some friends on a Sunday morning in 1969, I’d throw this record on while strapping on my bell-bottom jeans and my floral headband. Son of Preacher Man is a top 50 song of all time. Plus Dusty is a babe.

Wasn't familiar with Dusty but I enjoyed this! Son of a Preacher Man is a classic and Don't Forget About Me was a banger

Just a little lovin provides an excellently smoky start to this album, giving us a picture of Itchy Summerfield as a singer in the basement of a club singing to the regulars. However, this is a bit of a ruse as the rest of the album slips back into typical upbeat female crooner led late 60s pop. It’s not bad, but it isn’t doing much for me. The track of note here is obviously Son of a Preacher Man, which deserves every ounce of praise and admiration it has received over the years. Just a fantastic song, bringing together a funky rhythm with gospely singing. I can’t help but still think Urethra Franklin provides a more inspired lead on her version, but as the original this version deserves attention. At least on that track, Crusty’s vocal starts soft and gets somewhat excited towards the end but ultimately doesn’t drive us home with the conviction you want. Ultimately a lot of this album is forgettable. There’s a few decent tracks, one good track, and a bunch of filler.

It was fine but I wasn’t a huge fan. It was cool to recognize some of the classics from this album.

Effortlessly cool. A sexy smokeshow of an album. Pass me the bourbon.

Great studio setup and song writers. Basically her "greatest hits" album

Decent

Son of a Preacher Man FTW! Easy listening so far, not bad. Sounds like music that could be on a station with The Temptations. These songs could have been used in 1408.

Great voice, but a sound that is dated. Getting boring after a few songs

Beyond musical talent and skill, the best quality that music can have is its ability to make you feel something. Whether that's smile, cry, remember a memory, or evoke any sort of emotion in your cold heart. Dusty in Memphis makes me smile. It makes me strangely nostalgic for a period in which I have zero memories. It makes me think that this is probably some of what my musically-inclined grandparents listened to in their youth. It paints a picture of a simpler time - whether or not that is true is another conversation. It also impresses with its covert variety. There are sweeter tracks like So Much Love & Son of a Preacher Man, but also songs like The Windmills of Your Mind - much bolder that it can become a Bond song. Imagine all that being contained in a single, 30-or-so minute package.

Flawless

Some great highlights but overall average.

A couple of songs were recognizable. It was easy to listen to and relatively short. I do not see myself listening to the entire album again. I'll round up

Nice set of songs. An enjoyable listen.

Past romantic into maudlin. She’s got a great voice but this style is meant for singles, not a whole album at a time.

Great folksy compositions!

So Much Love: 3/5. Good lyrics, but not much else to say. Just A Little Lovin': 4/5. Best advocacy for orgies I've heard in a while. Son of A Preacher Man: 2/5. As an atheist, I have to say, this is sinful. I Don't Want To Hear It Anymore: 2/5. Slooooow. Don't Forget About Me: 2/5. Might forget about this song though. Breakfast in Bed: 3/5. Alright, now we're talking. Just One Smile: 4/5. Not bad! The Windmills Of Your Mind: 5/5. Splendid pace, motivating! In the Land of Make Believe: 1/5. Meh. No Easy Way Down: 1/5. Eh? Skipped. I Can't Make It Alone: 2/5. What a drop in quality.

For me this is a perfect example of a "for the time album." It's easy to look at this now compared to what was happening around 1969 and call it a classic album. And to its credit, there are some great things going on here. But we've had over 50 years for artists to innovate on this sound, and as a result it feels dated and even a bit a boring. But does being a product of the 60s make this album less of a classic? Who knows. Can we divorce pop culture from its era and give it an honest judgement half a century later? Again, who knows. Either way, it's hard for me to feel particularly excited about this.

17th February 2023 Listened in the morning while working from Karuna’s place. Harry Potter studios in the afternoon, Caroline and Ian etc stayed for the weekend. Such a good vibe to this album, it’s chic and cool production combined with Dusty’s voice is immense.

Beautiful simplicity

WAS THE SON OF A PREACHER MAN

Is it the singer? Or is it the songs?Shouldn't it be both when it comes to this masterpiece? Songs written by, among others, Carole King, Randy Newman and the late Burt Bacharach. But Dusty Springfield takes every goddamn one of them and makes each song her own. This is as good as it gets, folks. An album worthy of its lofty reputation and then some.

I was surprised to learn that Ms Springfield is an English woman. Who wouldn't like Son of Preacher man, regardless? The rest of the album is fine, a lot of pining over men and general horniness. I do hope there will be more albums by the POC who originated these musical styles.

Such a soft sultry voice that commands every song. Dusty was a very distinctive sound, proper chill out time.

Lovely!

Pop. R & B

Ohhh okay Son Of A Preacher Man? I know this chorus. Instrumentation is really nice, and the mix is interesting too. Drums hard right, strings, guitars and bass in the left. One ear listening allows for completely different experiences. The pickup in Windmills was the first thing that perked my ears up a bit. Oh, Randy Newman and Burt Bacharach are credited writers on this album. Burt died like two days ago. This album nearly put me to sleep, honestly. She's got a good voice, the instrumentation and orchestration were nice but man was it slow and tiresome. The whole album is the same song. Notable Songs - The Windmills Of Your Mind 2/10

Het klinkt allemaal als een andere tijd, een tijd van suikerspinkapsels, psychedelisch behang, paarse lampekapjes en droogbloemen voor het raam. De tijd dat er nog budget was om even een heel orkest aan te laten rukken om een zoetgevooisde zangeres een plaat vol te laten galmen. Het klinkt allemaal om door een ringetje te halen, wat een warm geluid. Kun je rustig vier keer draaien, en daarna mag er wel weer wat stevigers uit de speakers knallen.

Het album van Son of a Preacher Man. Dáár heb ik zin in. Maar het stelt me teleur. Het is vooral saai. 2 sterren voor het album met een bonus ster voor de hit. Meer kan ik er niet van maken.

De dag nadat Burt Bacharach de pijp aan Maarten heeft gegeven, krijgen we blue eyed soul met een nummertje van Burt zelf erop. Het heeft zo moeten zijn.

Much more than the one-hit wonder I thought she was.

Meh

Beautiful vocals and instrumentation. Wonderfully made.

Some really delightful standards in a really delightful voice. What a great album

A gem!

Dusty is on as good form as ever on this album, one of those rare singers where there never seems to be any weak points in her performance. 5/5 for vocals. I don't know if its purely down to the lack of hits (with the exception of son of a preacher man of course) or something about the musical direction but something about it doesn't grab me as much as the spectacular "A girl called Dusty" I think it might be because this seems to have a bit more ambitious use of instrumentation which often stands out as a bit odd because its not always mixed subtlety. Still a great album and as with so many works its not its fault that it falls a bit short of a different work by the same artist but that's how it goes sometimes.

What a period piece! It has all the trappings of a late '60s. Strong trumpets, high pitched shrill violins (which I love for the nostalgia value), and some Motown rhythms. There are some really great songs with a huge variety of sounds. This is reflected by the number of different writers of the songs on the album. A number of them are covers but I can't really tell if the originals were hits or not. As an aside, two of the covers were written by Randy Newman and first recorded in the early '60s. I knew that Randy's first album was in the late '60s but was surprised to read that he was writing songs nearly a decade earlier. If you want to relax to the vibes of a more simple time by today's standards, this will take you there and leave you feeling wholesome afterwards. Scale: 5 - My absolute favorites. 4 - Albums I like. 3 - It was ok to listen to but I wouldn't seek it out. 2 - Didn't like. 1 - Absolute shit.

Son of a Preacher Man

GO ON, GIRL!

It was okay.

The Son of a Preacher Man is the only song that is not boring to listen to, in sound and text. The rest is all sad shit.

Shallow by the lack of sincerity of the signer. We don’t believe her. Bad interpretation. Music is very boring.

Not my cup of tea but still a good listen

Dynamics. What a voice.

It was fine. Don’t have anything to say about it.

This is a very enjoyable album that sounds distinctly late 60s to me. Aside from the obvious Son of a Preacher Man, the song Breakfast In Bed in a standout for me. It's got a short run time but has a good build-up. This is definitely an album to listen to again when I'm feeling a particular vibe.

Some really great singles and standout tracks mixed amidst a bunch of stuff I couldn't remember with a gun to my head.

favs: son of a preacher man, in the land of make believe, no easy way down “the windmills of your mind” reminds me of fiona apple—slow like honey or lda—honeymoon (album)

Heard it before?: Yes Enjoy it?: I don’t love it but it’s great! Exactly as charming as I remember Favourite song: Track 3 - Son Of A Preacher Man

Lovely gentle listening. 4/5

What a record, what a voice. A major broadening and deepening from the limiting girlieness and overengineered pop of just five years before, the singing is deeply soulful and ravishingly sexy (“Just A Little Loving”, “Breakfast in Bed”). The longing and anguish in her voice are completely credible – one not only feels her pain (“I Don’t Want to Hear it Anymore,” “Don’t Forget About Me”), but gets it in a near-visceral sense. The lush production is borderline overdone; one would’ve loved to hear an unplugged version of this. But the arrangements are terrific throughout, especially on “No Easy Way Down,” “So Much Love,” and “Can’t Make It Alone.” And check out “The Windmills of Your Mind”– which she pulls off impeccably and intriguingly (the understated, suggestive arrangement helps) when so much could have gone wrong. Indeed, these songs transcend the considerable limits of the late-’60s excess to achieve timelessness.

This happens to be one of my favorite albums of all time! Bringing Dusty to the heartland of soul music was a stroke of genius and produced the best "blue-eyed" soul album ever produced.

Good

Makes me think of a female crooner. Good variety through the album, and a nice voice

Sooo...I still don't like "Son of a Preacher Man", but wow. I guess I wasn't paying enough attention when I heard Dusty Springfield songs when I was younger because that voice is pure magic to my ears and this record, although not perfect, is like a warm hug from an old friend. Favorites: Just a Little Lovin', So Much Love, The Windmills of Your Mind

stylish

My hunch is I am not alone in saying that were it not for her recording of "Son Of A Preacher Man" being featured in the film 'Pulp Fiction,' I would not know who this is. I don't recall hearing any of her other music, so I'm glad this album showed up in the rotation. Her voice is fantastic. The songs on this album sound familiar because they are very much in the style of what was popular at the time. In fact, I remember remarking in my head as I listened to this that the song styles bring Carole King to mind, and sure enough, a few tracks are written by Carole King.

Love Dusty, another one where the whole album disappointed but the famous ones didn't. My mum would have loved it.

As I get older I appreciate female vocals and in particular soulful female vocals more. Stunning voice. Lots of different songwriters on this, all interpreted by Dusty Springfield, although that was the norm I still can’t get my head around that setup. There’s a huge amount of emotion in that voice, from joy to pain. It’s clearly the voice of a British singer but I don’t know how that comes across. It does tend to turn a bit overly dramatic screechy voice and strings though and after a while the voice is sickly-sweet to my ears. 11 songs less than 33 minutes. It doesn’t help me to read that she couldn’t identify with some of the lyrics, that kills it for me, makes it fake, like an actress going through the motions, surely some soul is lost in that process ? I do like the start of each song though, the reflective soulful bits before it all goes ott and gets too much, but the latter is inevitable as I swear each song structure is the same.

never listened to dusty beyond the classics but this was a very pleasant surprise! I understand why she is so beloved. Best tracks: breakfast in bed, son of a preacher man, no easy way down

Ok

Überraschend gut

i was surprised i didn’t dislike it. a little boring but overall i liked it

Ok I guess. I don't really like Son of a Preach Man, but the rest was ok. 2/5

I have a playlist on Spotify called "Epic girl songs of the 60s and 70s", and this album typifies the music on it. I love it. So much drama, emotion, and beauty. Dusty's voice was so beautiful and textured, and the song selections here perfectly fit her style. 4 stars. BTW, some other songs on my Epic Girl Songs of the 60s and 70s playlist include To Sir With Love by Lulu, I Don't Know How to Love Him from JC Superstar, Wedding Bell Blues by Laura Nyro, and Both Sides Now by Judy Collins. Just great, classic songs with strong female vocals. It's one of my favorite playlists, and it's public so feel free to find and enjoy it!

I enjoyed it. Knew one song.

Very nice album. She's got a beautiful voice.

great oldy

A lot of these songs were new to me. A classic of sweeping soul: the vocals, the band and the arrangements all work together beautifully. A proper album, eg a suite of songs that all work together, and both tell one big story and are individual vignettes. Not one I would play all of the time, but still an amazing piece of work.

This album is pretty much the blueprint for the many great, strong females records in recent years. You can hear how influential it's been on Adele, Duffy, even Amy in attitude. The horns and the Sweet Inspirations bring out the best of Dusty's voice. You can see why Elvis was so keen to get them on board. Breakfast in Bed is a bit of a tear jerker.

"Son of a Preacher Man" is an all time classic. The rest of the songs are fine but aren't particularly memorable. This should have been the only Dusty album included on the list, and the other one should have been cut. 2 dust bunnies out of 5

Beautiful voice - but music sounds rather dated

Such. Peaceful, no skip album Lovely sounds Love the sound of reggae Bob Marley is just so cool

I never thought I knew of Dusty Springfield today, until I heard that she sang Son of a Preacher Man. That song is fantastic!! Dusty Springfield is a pop/soft rock/soul artist from the 60's-70's. By times she sounds similar to Nina Simone, The Supremes, or Janis Joplin. A lot of her songs dealt with themes of love, morning sex, lust, and gossip. It seems Dusty was awful thirsty!! Overall, a good listen today. Not something I'd gravitate to often, but a good listen nonetheless. Favourite songs: Son of a Preacher Man, So Much Love, Don't Forget About Me, I Don't Want To Hear It Anymore, Just A Little Lovin', Breakfast In Bed Least favourite songs: In The Land of Make Believe, The Windmills of Your Mind 3/5

Amazing voice, beautiful songs.

Too boring to listen all the way through

Nice voice but i've heard better soul albums

A classic, but needs some diversity in tempo.

Very lovely, soft and clean sounds, almost perfect/pure sounding

Ah Dusty, you had me from the moment your distinctive breathy, sensual mezzo-soprano voice started singing over the opening strains of the first track, ‘Just A Little Lovin’’.

The only song I knew on this album was Son Of A Preacher Man. I'm glad I gave this a try. Beautiful voice, great songs. I appreciate that she doesn't oversing any of the songs. I bet Adele was inspired by this record.

Timeless classic, its a soft and beatiful album but it is a but boring from time to time

Great album and production

Dusty Springfield is a marvellous singer with a beautiful voice. 'Son Of A Preacher Man' is an absolute classic, but the album features more great songs. 4/5

7/10 nice vocal performance, backup vocals were nice as well. I don’t really feel like I needed to hear this before I died tho

6/10. Pretty pleasant, got a bit samey, but Windmills of Your Mind was kinda cool

It was alright. 6/10

folk with some big building and swelling symphonics. breezy pop. r n b rip offs. its a nice mix of feelings and flavors. she has a beautiful voice with some light smoke, rasp. id tell someone to check it out if they liked taylor swift.

Incredible voice with a couple of hits guaranteed to get stuck in your head. I grew up with soul in the house and this is definitely more up my street than some of her contemporaries. Dont Forget About Me was my highlight. Probably wouldnt return to it but glad I listened to it and would definitely recommend to others into this genre

She has a really good voice, quite enjoyed though it's not really my thing. This version of windmills of your mind would have made a good bond theme.

I'd had enough of this one a lot quicker than I thought.

Hadn't heard anything from Dusty except the popular song or two. The album has a chilled out relaxed sound to it which I liked. Highlights were "Son of a Preacher Man" and "Don't Forget About Me".

Actually listened to this album already this year.... She's got a very Irish real name! Windmills of your mind is the most interesting song. Quite like breakfast in bed too. Nothing else really is that rememberable. Not a son of a peacher fan. I don't dislike this so it's getting a 3

Such a lovely voice, the music was gentle and laid back but at no point repetitive. Soulful rock with a British country feel. Legacy-wise, Springfield is a defining artist of the 'blue-eyed-soul' category, but her sensuality makes her voice that bit more captivating Fav song: Just a little lovin

Surly my mom's jams

3/5

Classic goldies - entire album is a bit too much though

4.1 + Dusty Springfield styles herself as Queen Mistress, the patron saint of all unfaithful married men. She's the woman who's waiting at home, ready to welcome you in her bed, make you breakfast the next morning and let you go your way ("Breakfast in Bed"). In terms of selling a fantasy, there's hardly a songstress with a more compelling persona.

Este disco se deja escuchar, pero su voz es muy agradable

Very atmospheric and enjoyable. What a great voice.

Liiite lo-fi men hon är så himla duktig

kort och gött album

Rätt tråkigt men räddas av Son Of A Preacher Man.

Honestly, pretty meh. Son of a Preacher Man is obviously a heater, but the rest of the album is pretty boring. Also, Dusty Springfield is English, which makes the whole act/theme seem pretty disingenuous. Probably won't revisit too much. Standouts: Son of a Preacher Man, I Don't Want to Hear It Anymore, The Windmills of Your Mind

God this is so good. And why have I not played it for so long....[embarrassed face]. DSs soulful vulnerable voice skates over heartfelt melodies, lyrics full of broken relationships and gorgeous strings. Some of the songs make me well up. Play in a low lit room with a single malt. Magical. I dont give many 5s. Best female solo album ever for me. Five.

Very good

She’s amazing

Insert pulp fiction quote here

Bra platta som nosar på en fyra men når inte riktigt ända dit.

Just a beautifully done easy listening album full of tunes that could have easily been picked up for any Bond movie. The biggest strength of the album is the incredible voice of Dusty - it is maybe not the strongest of female voices but it’s timbre is so sexy it won’t leave anyone indifferent. My favourite except for the obvious Son of a preacher man was The Windmills of your mind - Dusty vocals meeting bossa nova - perfection.

Every time I get one of my all-time favourites on this list, it feels like winning a game. Nobody beats Dusty, her voice is so warm and beautiful, and she's having so much fun... five stars and a chef's kiss!

Pretty classic 1969, but not my favorite.

Decent album but I wasn’t into it

Quite enjoyed this one. Another album where I thought, "oh so this is who this song is by"

Sexy

Instrumentation is amazing and fluid throughout the album - the strings and horns bring you back when the vocals or lyrics start to veer too far into schmaltz. First side is excellent top to bottom, but does have a couple of bumps on side 2. The Windmills of Your Mind is kind of a dud, and In the Land of Make Believe is more shrill than soulful. Will definitely listen to again.

A timeless recording. Very soulful.

It's ok, not really for me though. Nice voice but only Son of a preacher man was thoroughly enjoyable.

I mean, she's got a great voice and all but it's still cheesy AF. Why did everything Dusty Springfield produce feel about 10 years behind the times? This was released in '69, for goodness sakes. It was a monster year of absolutely game-changing releases... but here we have Dusty, singing songs that belong in the previous decade. How this made it on the list, I don't know. It can't compare to "Abbey Road", "Nashville Skyline", "Tommy", "Led Zeppelin II", "The Stooges", or "In A Silent Way". It's just not even in the same weight class. And, for the record, I prefer Aretha's "Son Of A Preacher Man" to this one hands down, any day.

I don't want to hear it anymore Breakfast in bed Just one smile No easy way down

I have never listened to this album but I know all the songs. Soulful. Hard to rate it, because it’s not my style, but I respect it a lot.

Ok

Fun album, folksy but also felt like pop. I love Son of a Preacherman so that was great to hear as well. Hopefully we get some more like this to finish out the week.

Second from Dusty, and it's got the headlining "Son of a Preacher Man," a true classic song and arguably the biggest piece of her legacy. Love it as much as always. Not too much else grabbed me on side A, but side B has a nice stretch of tracks that I really dug, especially some using a softer, acoustic/flamenco style guitar. She sounds perfect in that setting. In fact, that's what made me remember that she did "The Look of Love," specifically that version from the "Music to Shag By" album that Alex and I had in our iTunes album. What a perfect voice for a song like that. Anyway, I think this one was great overall, even if it took a little to build up steam for me. I really like Dusty's voice. Favorite tracks: Son of a Preacher Man, Windmills of Your Mind, In the Land of Make Believe, I Can't Make It Alone. Album art: Just a portrait headshot of Dusty. The one on this website is different from what I got on Apple Music, but it's to the same effect. 4/5

ok album

Not really my taste, but still enjoyable. “Son of a Preacher Man” was the only song I recognized. I was surprised to learn it’s not a Motown song.

This was an album.

Ja ovu zensku volim. Ovakva glazba ima toliko potencijala da bude dosadna. Al s njom nije nikad. Aranžman je tako detaljan i savršen.

Dobar album, neću se vraćat na njega.

Meh.

Not quite as into this as A Girl Called Dusty but still pretty solid. Edges a bit closer to rock and loses some of that upbeat pop fun.

Loved it. Mellow, feminine voice, relaxing...

Beautiful voice with some classic songs (Son of a Preacher Man)

A little too soft? For me. Really nice music though

Really lovely. Dusty's sweet, soulful voice is a pleasure to hear. The languid, rich arrangements are a whole mood, but they also tend to drag down the energy of the whole album. Fave Songs: Son of a Preacher Man, No Easy Way Down, The Windmills of Your Mind, I Don't Want to Hear It Anymore, So Much Love

As a child of the late 70s and 80s, this strain of popular music always makes me think of those scenes in TV shows where they show the protagonist walking through an urban landscape in a montage. Or Sesame Street. There was always music like this on Sesame Street - I'm guessing they weren't always getting the latest, greatest acts. There's nothing wrong with it, but it's what you'd expect to hear in a smoky, slightly run-down supper club or on a variety show (Lawrence Welk, anyone?). I am aware that the supper club and variety show acts were copying these more popular, innovative acts, so it's not really a fair evaluation, But I just can't get past it. "Son of a Preacher Man" is impressive - Dusty can belt it out, no doubt - but overall? I don't need to hear this again

Altogether it’s a little much, but separately it’s just sweet lovely music.

Whiney americana not my thing

Just a little lovin'- fairly basic song So much love - as above Son of a preacher man- v catchy👍 I don't wanna hear it anymore - nice little narrative song Don't forget about me- quite simple, but effective and snappy. Ends a bit abruptly👍 Breakfast in bed- like the vocal on this track particularly Just one smile- babes you gotta more on The windmills of your mind- I love the vibe and build of this song. Amazing👍 In the land of make believe- feel like this is in the same vein as many other tracks here No easy way down - I like lyrics and sentiment on this song👍 I can't make it alone- meh I don't vibe with this Vocals consistently great and v expressive. Think some songs can get a bit samey but also some great songs on here 3/5

Some really iconic songs, I enjoyed this.

solid album, one really good song!

An enjoyable 3

Again, it's Dusty. But this time the songs are even more consistently brilliant.

Dusty is perfect

It was so good I listened twice. The second tin through was even better.

Beautiful voice with some familiar tunes that I hadn't really known well before

Very easy to listen to. Beautifully composed songs - Good lyrics. Good feel (Has an air of soul, 60s and 70s love, etc)

Very nice

Dusty Springfield has a great voice and 'Son of a Preacher Man' is a classic. The 1960s production is sometimes over the top and I found the latter part of the album to be less interesting.

Sounds like the kinda album Kanye would sample the shit out of. Pretty good stuff. Dusty can sing. Bonus points for being included on a Tarantino soundtrack. Stand out tracks: Son of a Preacher Man.

A classic

Haven't listened to Dusty Springfield intentionally before. Have heard Son of a Preacher Man which is fantastic. This album took a few listens. Its really solid with a great range of tracks that are varied and contrast well with one another

really enjoyed this album, had only heard son of a preacher man before but ended up liking a lot of the songs, gonna listen to more of her discography

Never heard of her so I was excited to listen to her work for the first time and it was great. I love her voice, goes well with the Soul on this record, it's a vibe. I could totally see myself coming back to this album, if you like Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, you'd like this album.

Son of a preacher man is a classic, love her vibe, all songs do sound kind of similar though

Possibly everyone knows “Son of a Preacher Man”. Other than that the album isn’t really memorable imo. A lot of slow songs that neatly blend into each other. Favorite Song(s): “Son of a Preacher Man”, “No Easy Way Down”

Just meh.

Good stuff, just gotta be in the right mood

Son of a Preacher Man slaps. The rest is good, but not really my taste.

That's gotta be a 5

I give it 4 Its a very good album

Close to five. Really good

First time hearing this, and fuck it’s perfect isn’t it?

Mikið þykir mér vænt um þessa plötu. Rúllaði tvisvar í gegn í gær og mér leið stórkostlega allan tímann. Ekki feilspor hjá okkar konu á þessari plötu

Sappy, cinematic, soulful. Notable: The Windmills of Your Mind, Son of a Preacher Man, Breakfast in Bed Windmills could be great in a TVC.

I've seen this album on people's lists getting a 1 so I was expecting this to be not that good. But it is good, so I'm really confused about that. She's good and soulful and interesting to listen to. Son of a preacher man.

Didn't need to listen to this again. The songs and the voice live in my heart already.

The original of Breakfast in Bed was worth the listening by itself. Most other songs are clearly well sung and arranged, but couldn’t hold my attention for long.

Nice

Love her voice but music too melodramatic for me.

hit and miss, but the hits were fun!

Dusty in Memphis is the fifth album by English singer Dusty Springfield. The album sold poorly initially, but eventually grew to be recognized as one of her best works and an important album by a woman during the rock era. It's a pop album tinged with R&B and soul music, that began to be known as the "Memphis sound". The album was lively and fun, but the music didn't wow me like other albums have. A good album, just not for me.

Belle voix, tonalités tropicalismo dans certaines chansons

Nice and classic. Soaring vocals. Will revisit.

Not to bad, bit soft for my taste. But did remind me of road trips in the past.

I have not spent enough time with Dusty Springfield, apparently. (Not the first time this has happened in this project, but I'm definitely feeling it today.) I've always loved her smoky, soulful voice in the hits I know. I would say her voice was unique, but I like the idea that this album was the prototype for the wonderful wave of British female singers of the 2000s. I definitely appreciate and get that idea (as well as that she gave credit to Peggy Lee and Aretha Franklin as influences) but I would still always be able to pick her voice out. Anyway, this is just the thing for the end of a long, hard day, with soft lights and a glass of wine. Lovely.

I was not familiar with most of these tracks, and I am so glad to have been introduced. A lovely album!

Springfield's full, soulful voice is the perfect instrument for these timeless tunes. Beautiful.

I love this album so much and every time I listen to it want to listen to it more. Dusty Springfield is perfect for Memphis. “Son of a Preacher Man” is a powerhouse hit, but there is so much else to love here. There’s a wistful quality Dusty brings to even the upbeat tracks. No one does love, loss and hope like her. I love every song.

The windmills of your mind is beautiful and raw. Appreciated the album, would run back … probably on a silent reflective kind of night.

Don’t forget about me is my favorite

3.5/5

Приятный альбом, но не сильно запомнился. Хорошая кантри музыка, действительно близкая к жанру соул.

p169. 1969. 3 stars. One of the great white female voices on top form, but let down by suspect material and production. When it works (Just a Little Lovin', Son Of A Preacher Man, I Don't Want To Hear It, Breakfast In Bed, Just One Smile, I Can't Make It Alone), it's fabulous. Unfortunately the rest of the songs are filler, some of the production hasn't aged well - the strings quickly veer into middle of the road syrup - and the cover of The Windmills Of Your Mind is pure cheese.

Some good songs here, she has a great voice.

This was actually quite good.

Very interesting style for being pop. Pay good really

Absolute classic Great listen, calm and comforting

Yeah, nah. Maybe? Preacher Man is a stone cold classic. The rest? Meh.

Soulful wonder.

I had no idea this would be classified as a rock album, but it deffinitely is. Just the one massive hit off this record but a lot of good songs are there to hear.

YEEEAAAHHHH!!! WOOOOOOOO!!

An enjoyable album. Just one Smile and I Don't Want to Hear it Anymore prove to me that I like Randy Newman just fine when he's writing for other people.

My introduction was the Pulp Fiction soundtrack back in the day, maybe I heard Dusty before...but no recollection of it and Son of a Preacher Man is just ingrained in me now, but I will always prefer the muppets cover of The Windmills of Your Mind

не для меня - слишком спокойный и расслабленный.

Great music for getting it on

It's good, but I've never been one for the Dusty was utterly brilliant argument. Still, I'd rather listen to this than any of the wannabes. (Yes Adele, I'm including you.)

I've j

Might have rated this higher had we not had another Dusty album recently.

Dusty bin putting out some great albums

Very soulful. Evokes the 60s free love spirit effortlessly

What an album, what a voice. Any album that includes Son of Preacher Man is going to be a belter.

Lovely. Songs I knew but didn't know her.

A bit boomery but enjoyable

Gracias a esta lista ya escuché otro disco suyo. Aquí está "Son of a preacher man" y en general hay buenas canciones aunque el sonido no termina de ser muy bueno, se intuye que podría brillar más con una grabación más moderna. Las versiones mono solo cómo curiosidad. Se escucha pero no lo veo como un disco histórico aunque sí con un par de grandísimas canciones.

Son of the Preacher man song

I wasn't expecting this to vibe so thoroughly.

I think this albums pretty good, the 3 or 4 big hitters on it are excellent- but towards the middle it gets a bit dry and the a few of the songs are just kinda ehh. Overall a fantastic sonic experience- the standouts for me are Just A Little Lovin, son of a Preacher Man, Don’t forget about me, and No Way Down.