Moondance

This isn’t as good as Astral Weeks for me, although that doesn’t necessarily rule out a fiver. Into The Mystic is an absolute tuuuuunnnee and Moondance itself is up there. But I would say it needs a couple more to hit full marks. Simpsons: No

Good vibes enjoyed this album.

It's ok, but nothing really special on here. Moondance is probably the best song on here

I worked with a musician recently who was the biggest asshole I’ve ever worked with. Just an unbearable prick. He’d been compared to Van Morrison which I thought was fitting. That being said I liked his music and I liked this album a lot.

If this were an instrumental album, I'd like it a lot more. Van Morrison has a voice like a cheap door alarm.

Into the Mystic is about as good as it gets. Deserving classic. It probably deserves five stars, He just seems unpleasant. Plus side b starts to feel a bit like the same song.

And It Stoned Me... Moondance Caravan Into The Mystic Brand New Day

01) And It Stoned Me - 7,5 02) Moondance - 8,5 03) Crazy Love - 8,5 04) Caravan - 7,5 05) Into The Mystic - 8,5 06) Come Running - 7,0 07) These Dreams Of You - 7,5 08) Brand New Day - 7,0 09) Everyone - 7,5 10) Glad Tidings - 7,5 TOTAL: 7,70 (77/100) Current ranking: 87/179 Well, I'm not really enthusiastic about this album. I mean, it's not bad, but it's also not something I'd want to listen to again. One song I'm half-familiar with ("Moondance"), while the others all try to sound like "Brown Eyed Girl". And I know it sounds too harsh for the rating I gave, but I think my criteria are too low :-) This is 3.5 stars rounded up to 4.

It's better than Astral Weeks but I still don't like Van's voice and songwriting. The fact that he is a xunt in real life doesn't help

Fantastic.

This album is fantastic. It starts with And It Stoned Me, which is my favourite Van Morrison song, followed by Moondance, which is another gem. Talk about a 1-2 punch! Favourite songs: And It Stoned Me, Moondance, These Dreams of You, Caravan, Come Running, Glad Tidings, Into the Mystic Least favourite songs: Everyone 5/5

Van Morrison fans will tell you that Astral Weeks is his best album. But they’re wrong. This is Van Morrison’s best collection of songs. It’s a little mystical, a little sensual, and a lot soulful. The refrain of Caravan is never far from my lips. And I never skip a single track on the album.

An all time classic singer / songwriter. Doesn’t get enough praise. Solid album start to finish. 4.25

Great music between happy and melancholy.

A triumphant follow-up to Astral Weeks, this album finds Morrison confidently moving through different musical styles with ease. His added vivid lyricism adds to each song.

Better than brown eyed girl but still in the middle for me (2.5/5)

### Lyrics: The lyrics of "Moondance" are poetic and evocative, reflecting themes of love, nature, and spirituality. Songs like "And It Stoned Me" and "Crazy Love" paint vivid pictures of moments and emotions, while tracks like the title song "Moondance" and "Caravan" capture the joy and freedom of music and dance. Morrison's lyrics are often introspective, exploring themes of longing, desire, and transcendence. ### Music: Musically, "Moondance" is a masterpiece, blending elements of jazz, soul, folk, and R&B. Van Morrison's soulful voice shines throughout the album, backed by tight arrangements and expert instrumentation. Songs like "Into the Mystic" and "Brand New Day" showcase Morrison's ability to create timeless melodies, while tracks like "Everyone" and "Glad Tidings" feature infectious grooves and dynamic arrangements. ### Production: The production on "Moondance" is clean and polished, yet retains a sense of warmth and intimacy. Producer Lewis Merenstein expertly captures the essence of Morrison's music, allowing each instrument to shine while maintaining a cohesive sound throughout the album. The mix is balanced, with each element given room to breathe, resulting in a rich and immersive listening experience. ### Themes: Thematically, "Moondance" explores themes of love, nature, and spirituality, often with a sense of wonder and mysticism. Morrison's lyrics celebrate the beauty of the natural world, while also delving into the complexities of human relationships. The album exudes a sense of optimism and joy, even in the face of life's challenges, making it a timeless classic that resonates with listeners of all ages. ### Influence: "Moondance" has had a significant influence on generations of musicians, inspiring countless artists with its soulful sound and poetic lyrics. Its seamless blend of genres and its exploration of universal themes have helped to solidify its status as a classic album. Artists ranging from Bruce Springsteen to Michael Bublé have cited "Moondance" as a key influence on their music, further cementing its legacy in the pantheon of great albums. ### Pros: 1. Timeless lyrics: Morrison's poetic lyrics continue to resonate with listeners, decades after the album's release. 2. Soulful music: The blend of jazz, soul, and folk creates a rich and vibrant musical landscape. 3. Expert production: The album's clean production allows each instrument to shine, resulting in a cohesive and immersive listening experience. 4. Universal themes: The themes of love, nature, and spirituality make "Moondance" a deeply relatable and emotionally resonant album. 5. Lasting influence: The album's influence can be felt across generations of musicians, cementing its status as a classic. ### Cons: 1. Limited diversity: While the album seamlessly blends various genres, some listeners may find its sound to be somewhat uniform throughout. 2. Lack of experimentation: While "Moondance" is a masterful album, some critics have noted that Morrison played it safe with his songwriting and arrangements, avoiding more experimental territory. 3. Occasional repetition: Some songs on the album may feel slightly repetitive in terms of lyrical themes or musical motifs, though this is a minor criticism in the context of the album's overall quality. In conclusion, "Moondance" stands as a timeless masterpiece, with its poetic lyrics, soulful music, and universal themes continuing to captivate listeners to this day. While it may have its minor flaws, they pale in comparison to the album's many strengths, making it a classic that will be cherished for generations to come.

Cool songs, good album!

La verdad es que este disco sí que me parece que va en mi mood de ahora mismo

Correcto.

It's a classic, filled with quality tunes and sounds great, but something about Van always rubs me a little bit the wrong way.

Despite Van Morrison's personal failings, this is still one of my favorite albums. It seems like nearly every song on this album got and to some degree still gets airtime, and it's always a pleasure to listen to the album in its entirety. I can't say that about too many albums that *aren't* a greatest hits album or a compilation. I do wish it was easy (or even possible) to respect the artist as much as the album, but we take what we can get.

Few albums summon a vibe, an atmosphere, an era as well as this one does. Too bad Van Morrison seems to be a jerk irl.

Crazy Love was the song I liked best. I didn’t mind listening to this but I wasn’t overly moved by it.

Certifiable classic.

Morrissey and van back to back! Separating the art from the artists this week. This has gotta be a 5 cmon

Very good album.

This takes me back - Moondance was the theme of my senior prom back in the day. Van Morrison is really the perfect sitting on the deck with a beer type of music. This is a great hanging out album. Moondance and Into the Mystic are favorite tracks, but there are really no bad tracks here. Very enjoyable album. 4

Je comprends pourquoi mais moyen mon genre.

This was a cool chill album. I have heard it before, but it was just a great album to listen to. I was struck honestly by how good it sounded from a mix perspective.

39 minutes of all go, no lag. Seamless and leaves you on a great up note. What a great journey!

Moondance is one of my mom's favorite albums so I was excited to listen to it. The titular song is definitely the best in the album, but other songs like "Into the Mystic" and "Caravan" were great too. I also did not know "Crazy Love" originated in this album, which was cool. The rest of the album was a little more forgettable but due to the strong first half I'll give it a 4/5

Reminds me of Mom. So many great songs. I prefer Eric Burton for this style of singer. A bit more raw maybe.

I have no idea how this band was as successful as it was.

Yeah it's alright

Highlights: Into The Mystic, Moondance. In a nutshell: a step up from Astral Weeks Van adopts producer duties Moondance, giving him maximum opportunity to fine-tune his trademark sound. This time, trying a soul and R&B focused approach than folk centric. It's good, just not mind-blowing. Props to Jack Schroer on alto sax and Colin Tilton on tenor sax. Top notch work by you two kind sirs. Overall: 6/10

And It Stoned Me - 4.5/5 Moondance - 5/5 Crazy Love - 4/5 Caravan - 4/5 Into the Mystic - 4.5/5 Come Running - 4/5 Those Dreams of You - 4.5/5 Brand New Day - 4/5 Everyone - 3/5 Glad Tidings - 3.5/5 Album Overall - 4.1/5

Not something I would choose for myself, ok for background music

Still love this album after so many years.

Loved this album. Added to list.

I’ve heard of Van Morrison before but I wouldn’t have been able to name any of his songs. It was nice to recognise a few on this album so now I know he’s the ‘Moondance’ guy! Pretty short album, probably not one I’ll listen to again though.

Pretty good, but also feels like I'm in a grocery store with my mom halfway dancing to the music they're playing

Love

4.5/5. Very good. I'm not huge about his other albums, but this album was enjoyable.

Leichtes Album was sich gut hören lässt. Unaufdringliche aber gute Stimme. Die Stücke sind abwechslungsreich "jazzig" - ohne zu nerven. Es ist aber eben auch nichts dabei, was mich abholt ... elektrisiert ...

Every song here is great. It seamlessly blends low-key folkiness with the vocal energy of soul. This is perfect music for kicking back with a beer in the dog days of summer.

Absolutely boring.

Sounds pretty good! Very prolific dude too damn

Yes

All-time classic album! Into the mystic is my favorite of his songs!

Great road trip music. Hippie vibes.

Saxophones and keyboard are nice. Don't really have a lot of saxophone in modern pop music. The title song "Moondance" is pretty famous. It's good too (not a huge fan of the singing). The bass is dope. Crazy love is also pretty famous, and good. Bro the bass just sets the VIBES. Into the mystic sounds like a sick bass song

Kinda fell of after moondance, but I did like those first two songs. And flute

Overall enjoyed it, have heard a lot of these songs growing up.

first listen

Van Morrison is kind of like David Bowie for me in that I don’t hate his music, but I don’t love it. It’s good….but not great. And, like Bowie, I find his voice a little awkward at times. For example, “Moondance”. Excellent song, annoying vocals. His phrasing is awkward and his voice a tad strident. If he lowered the key a few steps it’d help. Other songs were good (ie; Crazy Love), but they will never be favorites of mine. Solid album though.

Not something I would seek out, but damn, I wasn't mad at it!

could i write poetry to this? n

This is the kind of album that's very hard to rate. It's not bad, I just don't like it.

Soothed my soul the first day back at work for the summer term... Play this album and I Come Running (you'd get that if you know the album well...)

It's fine but *shrugs shoulders*

Un álbum de folk psicodélico bastante mediocre. No me llamó para nada la atención la composición o las interpretaciones realizadas por Van Morrison. Si es reconocido por alguna otra obra, este álbum definitivamente no me llamó lo suficiente la atención como para explorar la discografía de este artista. Poco recomendable, no entiendo por qué está en esta lista.

Folk and jazz combo works nicely

Van Morrison is wel echt een blues legende. Vind z’n stem goud en Into the Mystic vind ik briljant. Die heeft zo’n drietonig blueslickje wat me doet denken aan bijv. de Fleetwood Mack met de legendarische Peter Green er nog in. Van Morrison bleek in het echte leven echt een ongelofelijk klootzak te zijn. Love it.

This album doesn’t really have much of an impact on me, but I feel like it might grow on me in the future. For now I’ll give it three stars.

Surprisingly pleasant. Was bored at first, but soon grew on me.

It's okay, little sqwawky, but songwriting is very good

Chill.

Finally, one I've heard already. First 6/10 tracks are no skip, then it gets kinda plain. Astral Weeks still better

Really good!

This is a 5 star album even if it was only 4 songs long. Timeless

9/10 incredible solid album that makes you love life for 50 minutes

And It Stoned Me Moondance Caravan Into the Mystic Come Running These Dreams of You Very great experience listening to this. Beautiful voice and well constructed all around.

Liked this more than I thought I would since I was bored by astral projections. I do hate HATE and it stoned me. But caravan and into the mystic make up for it.

Van Morrison is the kind of artist that I wouldn't choose to listen to on my own, but that I won't mind if it plays on the radio or whatever. First song was great.

Generic blues folk. Nothing bad, but nothing to make me stare at the ceiling in awe.

To me, this album was a little disappointing, being released after the incredible Astral Weeks. It sounds more like a "normie" Van Morrison. Still, it's enjoyable and worth a listen.

A classic, it still hasn't grown tired for me

Some great songs, just not my style!

Great stuff

This album ain't bad, Van Morrison has a very distinct voice. There are some strong tracks here and some weak tracks, sort of evens itself out to be pretty average

Nice classis builder album

Van is the Man! Love all his music.

Un bon album de folk aux accents jazzy soutenus par une section cuivre. La voix de Van Morrison est chaude, réconfortante, presque soul. On est indubitablement transporté en 70, la promenade est plaisante et ensoleillée. Pourtant je ne mets qu'une note de 3 car d'autres albums de cette veine m'ont entraînés plus loin que celui-ci. En revanche je vais définitivement écouter d'autres œuvres de cet irlandais (!) que je ne connaissais finalement que de nom.

It was fine, and not much more. While I enjoy some folky 1970s albums, this one apparently doesn't do it for me.

Generally not my speed, but this was pretty good! I did not expect to enjoy a chill album from 1970 this much. 3.5.

It was just a phase.

Lub em

love this guy

This album brings me back to road trips with my mother

A nice jazzy folksy album. Van Morrison sings very soulfully. "Moondance" is deservedly a huge hit. "Brand New Day" and "Glad Tidings" are good songs too.

One of my all time favorite albums

The title track has a piano bar kind of vibe with the bass underpinning everything. All of the songs are pleasant and would be great background music. Which means it's stuck in the realm of *** albums for me.

Was never my favourite, continues not to be.

Not my normal taste but I appreciate it is very well made and was a nice refreshing change.

started at 6/10 then went up to like 7/10 for a big middle bit then i dont really remember the rest so like 3/5

Very much nearing a full 5/5 I have to say maybe after a few more listens. This was really great

The first couple of tracks were decently entertaining while not being super ambitious. I then really enjoyed crazy love- thought it was just quite sweet. Overall pretty Good

Pretty fun and enjoya6ble

Disfrutón

The jazzy songs were fun but the album as whole was ok Favorite: Moondance Least: These Dreams of You

All of it sounds like brown eyed girl. This guy just pumped out the same song over and over

Yeah

Meh best nice maar zn stem wordt snel irritant

This is another album where my view of it is coloured by the current political leanings of the artist. Van Morrison seems to have turned into a tin foil hat anti-vaxer with his latest album having a song “They Own the Media”. No prizes for working out what he’s alluding to here. I listened to this album anyway and didn’t really enjoy it. File in the bin with Morrissey, Clapton et al.

I'm a bit taken aback by the production, it is said he did it by himself, and it shows (not in a good way), sometimes the sound is muddy, sometimes, instruments are too far away or too saturated (once again, not in a good way). It sometimes leans to kind of jamming sessions (and again, not in a good way). Note that I love DIY, I love saturation and improvisation, but it somehow succeeds in spoiling these. I also feel like it lacks coherence, going in different directions in a uncoordinated fashion. The country bits are a bit boring too. It's kind of frustrating because it seems to me that this album has potential, but wasted... and while listening to it I read about Van Morrison and I am even less inclined to give it a good rating.

liked it!

This is one of my favorite albums of all time. When you think of Van Morrison, this is him at his Van Morrison-ist. Even though "Brown-Eyed Girl" is probably his most famous song, every song on this album was (and still is) capable of being a radio hit. The fact that three amazing songs like "Moondance", "Crazy Love", "Caravan", and "Into the Mystic" are not just on the same album, but one after the other is a testament to how good this album is

Highly enjoyable, good production, great voice and songwriting, cool Bass lines... Not 5 stars, but an easy 4

Tough to rate. Some good stuff, especially into the mystic. But overall not very memorable

Classic, great album

I was expecting a bit more as this one feels like it should be a classic but found it a bit bland. Some nice moments but nothing really grabbed me and doubt I’ll rush to return to it.

Van at its best.

Я как-то похолодел к таким гитарным пениям. Ну ок, но меня не поразил его извивающийся голос.

Right off the bat the opener “and it stoned me” grabbed me. This is catchy. Skipped moondance. Great tune. I’ve heard it enough. Crazy love is a great tune. This record is just great some after great song. Skipped mystic because like moondance I’ve heard it enough. This album is so good I can’t believe I have not listened to it before. Fantastic record

It's a marvelous night for mediocrity. Look, I respect Van as much as the next guy, but I've never been a big fan of his whole thing. He's good, this album is...good? It's a heaping helping of soft rock that'll keep your dad happy till the cows come home.

The facial expressions I made while listening to Moondance were eerily similar to that of Van’s on the album’s cover.

Genuinely a fantastic album, so calming and cool. Into the mystic is a great track, there was only one that wasn't to my taste. He could've been a roackstar with that voice but he made this instead- and I thank him. Great start- loved it.

Easy album to listen to. Not something I would have picked up myself but enjoyed it overall. Would consider it an easy album to put on and let play in the background of an overcast day.

Ok. 3/5.

All the classics and already one of my favorite albums

Love it

One of the most meaningful and most heard albums of my life. My grandma favorite album, she played it all the time. Everyone song is great, with some distinct beautiful outliers like Into the Mystic.

Van comes out the gate swingin with two absolute bangers and follows it up with an album of 70s soft rock that a lot of babies were made to for some reason

Sometimes his voice sounds like he’s washing down peanut butter with soda

yeah this is okay.

Isn't this the fella from the wedding karaoke

ehhhhhh

A classic.

Nothing upset me with this album, but I sort of tolerated it.

C'était correct.

Ivan is such a great songwriter. I'm not always into the stuff he writes, but he does such a great job of putting original melodies over the tunes.

A smooth blend of country/folk, jazz, and soft rock. I enjoyed Morrison's vocals and sax

Quite enjoyable, will probably listen again!!

Old classic bit I find the music is not my favorite in fact a bit irritating.

3.5 really

Just okay

Not what I expected from Van Morrison, but still not really for me

Soulful voice, timeless music!

this is like the fifth mediocre snooze fest in a row. like its not bad but its not good either. can this generator give me something that fucks.

Typical Van Morrison - this album is from 1970! It sounds like much newer Van Morrision songs. I like it.

One of the greatest of all time. I'll never get tired of hearing this.

Before listening, I think I’ve only heard the one Van Morrison song (Brown Eyed Girl). May he’s one of those artists where you don’t realise how many songs you actually know, so I’m going into this album optimistically. Let’s listen! Songs I already knew: Moondance Favourites: Moondance, And It Stoned Me I was expecting pop rock, but this is so much more. It’s no surprise that I never clicked that Moondance was Van Morrison, as it sounds more jazz/swing than anything. There are saxophones, flutes, and plenty of other instrumentation here that I wasn’t not expecting, and was certainly a very welcome surprise. Van Morrison is a much more talented songwriter than I realised.

4.5

This album is a lot of the same and it’s almost guaranteed that if you love one song you will love the entire album. Some really good songs, “Crazy Love” and “Into the Mystic.” Overall this album is far better than his 1973 album which seemed to be based on “Glad Tidings,” fucking hate that nonsensical lalalala noise and yelling.

A nice listen, I dont think I have anything to say sorry

El LP esta bueno. He escuchado par de Van y a pesar de ser canciones alegre y semi-pop rock creo que hay demasiadas parecidas y cansa despues de un rato. Puede que sea su mejor LP pero esta overrated. Si pones un mix de Van Morrison, Don McLean, Jackson Brown y Jimmy Buffet despues de media hora no vas a poder distinguir el uno del otro. Quizas como singles funciona mejor LP overall es como C+ para mi

Middle of the road and inoffensive.

I mean, yeah it's probably one you should listen to. I've heard it a lot over the years, so I'm good.

Such a great album for any occasion

What a beautiful album Van Morrison has such nice and lovely songs. I started listening and I was like this is so familiar. I bet this guy sings brown eyed girl and I was right it is the same guy

Classic

Meh.

An absolute classic. Not much more to say on this album.

A pleasant listen, but it didn't Rock My World.

Lovely folk

Another artist that I came to late. Never really got into his music when I was younger but as I matured so did my tastes and I realised what a great musician Van Morrison is. I am currently still purchasing his albums and only yesterday obtained two of his lesser known albums at a charity shop. The album which started it for me was Astral Weeks but Moondance quickly followed. It is perhaps his most accessible album. I never tire of listening to Van Morrison albums as every listen brings new delights and discoveries. As illustrated here when listening again for purposes of review. Had a 4 in my mind but after another listen decided it is a top class album and an all time classic. A 5 all day long. Today is the first day of spring and this record is perfect. If any record could be a lazy, sunny summers day this is it.

Classic album that for the most part, lives up to it.

Mostly dull - Everyone stood out as OK

Adore this album

Good music, a very vintagey morning vibe.

Excellent

Yeah this is about as good as it gets. Every song is excellent and infinitely repeatable. Caravan also probably being one of my favorite songs of all time. My first 5 star review- 9.5/10 (4.75/5)

Nød det ærligt meget mere end jeg havde regnet med. Lyttede først til det senere på dagen end jeg plejer. Muligvis derfor. 🤷

Kan man anlægge en plagiat-sag mod sig selv? Hvis så tænker jeg Van Morrison har en god sag mod Glad Tidings. Der er passager som ligger meget tæt på hans monster hit Brown Eyed Girl. Resten af pladen er en pærevælling af alt muligt. Der er en sang der lyder som var det Old Blue Eyes. Andet er folket blues. Alt i alt kedede jeg mig bravt.

It was a Brand New Day when I heard this one that gave me Glad Tidings. Wouldn’t say that I Crazy Love this album but it would make some Come Running.

Good

Blues, Country Singer with Jazz elements

This is some feel good music. My moods lifting just listening to it.

I'm a fan of Van Morrison, and even though I don't often seek out his stuff this deserves a spot on the list.

A favorite, for sure. Easy, laid-back, soulful. Yacht Rock essentials.

Excellent album, but not quite a masterpiece. My only knocks is the sax and that some tunes feel a bit similar to others. 4.2/5

Love the jazz incorporated into this.

I’ve no strong opinions on this. As inoffensive as music gets. 3/5

Miserable

ok.

"And It Stoned Me", "Moondance", "Crazy Love", "These Dreams of You" and "Glad Tidings" are standout tracks. Top-tier soft rock.

#throwiton Few albums define an era like Moondance, a 1970 release that brings together several of our all-time favorite Van Morrison tracks. The opener, “And It Stoned Me,” simmers with the swaggering soul inflection that runs through most of the album. But the fusion of jazz, folk, R&B, and Irish mysticism is a stylistic playground for the volcanic vocalist. He’s clearly having a blast—whether he's gliding through the Sinatra-esque title track or belting out a full-throated command to “turn it up…the radio” on “Caravan.” 

pretty good. moondance was a good nice vibe to it. little jazzy and i likee

Enjoyed this more than expected. Classy pop music, great horn arrangements. I have a copy of Astral Weeks that rarely gets played, and I'm sure I'll see it on this list sooner or later.

Good but dated lyricism, not really my thing. Highlates: And it stoned me, Brand new day

This is a quaint, rustic R&B album that I don't have any specific complaints about. With the good beats and bass lines acting as good foundations for many of these songs, they're pretty well-made, but I wish there was a little bit more vocal melody in some of these songs-especially the verses.

Another classic, by all accounts

one of my favorite albums. Into The Mystic and Crazy Love being two of my favorite songs. amazing singer/songwriter, and enough variety throughout that makes the whole album a great experience.

Love this album. The best example of his voice

Great album, standout tracks are "And it Stoned Me" and "Into the Mystic"

Album was average but probably saved by its last track, just made it audible.

Nothing interesting about this

This was good - chilled and fun.

What a great album, great for throwing on and drinking whisky, or staring off a porch into a dusky sunset.

Unique voice. Same song over and over again.

I get why so many folks were into him during college. Good vibe when that's the mood you're after

This was a nice one for sure. Ultimately for me it doesn’t quite make it to a 5 - Moondance is of course special track even after being played to within an inch of its life but the rest of the record, while still good, doesn’t match up. Still I would put this on any day of the week.

Sounds like music for older people, sounds old

These Dreams Of You - the worst example of that soft-rock-jazz-folk fusion; hate it. And, Everyone is an odd fit, with it's twiddeling Baroque harpischord thing going on. But And It Stoned Me will now stay with me always.

an odd mix of vocals that are entirely not jazz and an easy listening backing track. it doesnt /not/ work but still….. 5/7. id probably listen to it again the mix is intriguing

Ahh, yes. So many good songs on this album. I still can't help but like Van Morrison's older music despite the controversial lyrics in his newer stuff (anti-vax, antisemitism, etc.). I've loved And It Stoned Me and Into the Mystic since college and still put them on chill playlists from time to time. I'd completely forgotten about the songs Caravan and Everyone, but I really enjoyed them both while listening through the album. I'm pretty sure I first heard Everyone on a movie soundtrack (The Royal Tenenbaums - I went through a Wes Anderson phase like probably a ton of people) and it's a lighthearted, feel-good song.

Three Dog Night + Credence Clearwater Revival. Morrison's soulful rock is excellent. I'm a sucker for songs with horns and this album absolutely delivers. I was hooked from the first song, "And It Stoned Me," and the hits just kept on coming. I didn't skip any song. I was entranced, I was bobbing my head, I was digging the rhythms. I downloaded the album.

Really good . Really good. “Everyone” is random.

Easy listening.

Definitely a classic album that is deserving to be on the list. While it didn't blow me away, there were a lot of great songs. Best Songs: Moondance, Crazy Love, Worst Songs: Come Running, Everyone

Great album, probably Van Morrison's most popular, all killer.

A very pleasant album. Van Morrison has a very uplifting voice and he knows how to write songs for it. I sometimes found myself tuning out, but tuning back in was easy and I never disliked what I heard. I'll definitely be returning to this one.

I’ve loved Moondance ever since I first played it in my middle school jazz band. An excellent album with songs that frequently find themselves stuck in my head.

Great songwriter and song stylist surrounded by interesting musical arrangements. 60 years of music. I saw a concert in 1966! Try Astral Weeks album.

Very good! His best songs are on this album.

Excellent album. Every song is good. Thumbs up from me

Upbeat, enjoyable album. His iconic voice can't be mistaken. Music is good. Variety is good.

i'm amazed

I've decided to put aside my repulsion for Van Morrison's politics - none of it has anything to do with the music he published in 1970. This album features several classic songs that still hold up.

Weather Channel sounding. Morning Commute to The City sipping coffee from a travel mug ass. Pretty good.

Bra album, finns inte så mycket att säga om det. Låter som mycket annat 70-tal. Omslaget påminner om en meme. Kan inte komma på vilken... 4 / 5

• Blir lite nervös av att allt för länge stirra in i Van Morrisons döda blick • Mysigt • Moondance har man ju hört, en rätt bra mängd av jazz • Sitter i bilen o vibear mest så skriver inte så mycket, men det är goa vibes Betyg: Är just nu inne i en mysig Bob Dylan, tidig Springsteen etc. period, så detta passar rätt bra in. Hade Bob albumet kommit idag hade det varit en lätt 4a, o det tänker jag att detta ska få med => 4/5

Ännu ett lyssna i skogen album. Inre frid o mysigt. Gillar artisten

Excellent, love it

love the voice, love the music, love the freely given and taken emotion

First listen Saved 1/10: Moondance

This is a cozy album, the kind that makes you fantasize about having nothing that needs doing, drinking coffee while staring at the rain out the kitchen window, reminiscing. The music is equal parts Jim Croce and Vince Guaraldi, with beautifully balanced and recorded arrangements. Van's unique voice has a timbre that pulls you in and makes you want to listen, though frankly it teeters on the edge of abrasive after 3-4 songs, thankfully never quite getting there due to his grasp of dynamics. The lyrics are poetic without being oblique, with accessible narrative themes. Into the Mystic is probably my favorite track, and Moondance my least. It may be in part due to being overplayed in my lifetime, but even listening as objectively as possible I think it's overrated. Glad Tidings is a good tune, but reads as a Brown Eyed Girl retread, or more charitably, a sequel. There's not really anything bad to say about "Moondance" as an album, but the lack of variation in themes hurts the replay factor for me.

Easy listening, but too easy. Not my flow.

My god what a record. And It Stoned Me is an all-time great opener. The title track is a weird and fantastic romper. Crazy Love is timeless, and Into The Mystic is simply one of the greatest songs ever recorded. While it’d be impossible to maintain that level of excellence of the opening side, the back half of the album is still fantastic. Van’s vocal performance is insane throughout and these songs could only be his. I love Astral Weeks but I personally rate this one slightly higher, as its high marks are as good as it gets.

A good album to listen to while doing other things.

Easy 5*s for me. sublime music

So so so good. Smooth music to soothe your soul.

Really nicely recorded

Moondance è molto bella anche in originale e non nella cover di Buble

Some good songs, but I realize that Van Morrison only has the effective vocal range of about 3 or 4 notes.

Classic album

Van the jazz man, just lay back, smoke a bowl and let it wash over you like fresh irish spring water. Pair this with his preceding album, Astral Weeks, and you might never be able to function in regular society again... Every song hits just right, every note is crafted with laser precision, even it sounds like Van turned up and recorded this with no thought about anything, just improvising like a demon. Shame he descended into fucking Eric Clapton level madness during COVID, exposing himself to be a raging antivaxer and skirted with a little antisemitism because if you're in for a penny, you may as well be in for a pound. But, that said, people say it’s not the artist, it’s the art and "Into The Mystic" remains an absolutely perfect song...

3.2/5 Best Track: Caravan

Ok, but I didn’t get super into it

First 5 songs are absolute classics. Next 5 songs were somewhat forgettable, especially compared to the first 5 songs. Still a classic album.

Great

Some songs ok. The rest a bit dated

I enjoyed this album. Every track had its own groove. You can tell Van Morrison was influenced by folk, jazz, and rock as there are elements of these genres throughout all of his songs. I particularly liked his voice, both the loud yells and the quiet, crystal clear notes. I am glad I was exposed to Van Morrison, and I will be listening to him in the future.

Love this album

A very good album but definitely carried by the hits - some amazing songs but an equal amount that just don’t stand out to me.

Didn't realize that all of these songs were on the same album. Love every single one of them.

Van Morrison makes some of the most soothing and relaxing songs that feel personal. The lyrics are great. The jazzy instruments are wonderful.

It's so good! Folky and jazzy, sincere and fun. It's also aged like wine. I do wish there was more variety in pacing; the middle portion of the album made me a wee bit sleepy. Highlights: And It Stoned Me, Moondance, Crazy Love

3.5 stars

Great vocals and a nice mix of song styles.

A classic album; always good to listen to. 4 stars

i’ve never really liked his music, to be honest. uninspired and kind of boring. and i can’t stand his voice. in short, not for me.

Nice laid back album from one of the better performers of the era. Good stuff.

Loved every bit of this album! Lots of genre play in here actually. Really loved it.

Love Van Morrison!

svaka mi bolja od prosle :)))

ok nis posebno

na prvu nista posebno al dok je dosa do kraja bas mi se svidia

Auuuuuuu meni je ovaj album jako smirujuć i volin ga. I saksofon

a okej nis posebno

Jedan od mojih najdražih albuma!! Vraćam mu se često!

Exceptional in the mood it sets and in the simplistic, or deceptively, simple songwriting which has a mysterious air. Delivery and tone are key, and I'm personally a big fan of the recording quality, too.

Masterpiece. I’ve listened to this album hundreds of times in my life, and couldn’t live without this album.

Van Morrison's 'Moondance' is a sonic awakening through jazz-infused bliss. Each track is a moonlit dance of soulful melodies and poetic lyrics—a musical rendezvous that leaves you craving more. It's not just an album; it's a celestial groove that transcends time. This I'd truly one of the best albums of all time!

Im not sure Ive ever listened to Van Morrison before, so this was a cool journey. Overall enjoyed the music and will be on the lookout for more down the road!

Супер крутой альбом супер крутого певца

Not his best but still enough soul and beauty to fill you up. Great listen.

Alegre.

Entrainant, bonne voix.

Not my vibe

I was born the year this album was released. I love Morrison’s young yet weathered voice. As I heard all these songs on the radio, mixtapes and at parties my whole life, I’m not sure I’ve listened to the whole album intact front to back. It is an odd collection of styles and moods, with Van Morrison’s voice trumpeting across each song to keep the thread throughout. Moondance is a series of frozen moments from teenage dreams 15-18 or so. I’m right back there as soon as I hear the intro. While Into The Mystic is maybe the best written song, And It Stoned Me is still the most indelible Van Morrison song. It seems like he really wrote his soul for it even if I don’t understand it. Some of the B side feels light, the A side is definitely stacked with the best compositions. But if I were seeing a band live in the sunshine in a park somewhere it would all wash over me real easy.

Summery Irish folk dance that beckons for a period long past its prime.

Another absolute classic. 19 songs in 38 minutes encompassing soul, jazz, folk and rock. I haven’t heard all of Van’s albums but I can’t imagine any top this. We will see!

Very enjoyable listen

Pretty awesome. Good voice, music, lyrics, songwriting/composition. I dig it.

I don't really have much to say about this album. This is really good. Van Morrison's singing style is pretty unique for an artist like him, but I like it. I think he makes it work. The writing is nothing crazy, but certainly isn't bad. The sound of this album is quite nice. I like the varied instrument usage throughout the album. I've heard some people say that the second half is quite a bit worse than the first half. I would probably agree, although the second half isn't that bad. Overall, this is just a solid album that deserves to be on this list. It's a real shame that Van Morrison is kind of a wacko these days, but what are you gonna do about it? 4/5. Good album.

I had the great fortune to see Van Morrison live Slieve Donard in Newcastle, Northern Ireland. The concert was a 350 person dinner show. Played golf at the Royal County Down Golf Club that morning. Enjoyed drinks with our new found golf friends (also there for the show) after the round. That evening had the most memorable live show I have ever attended. WOW, what a trip. Van played several cuts off this album. This was a bucket list event for me. Nothing else is even close. When I die this album will be played.

Van Morrison may be a pretty bad person, but man can he croon. Moondance is a timeless album that's good for just about any occasion. The title track is excellent. Caravan is one of my favorites off of the album, and may be one of my favorites in his discography. All of the acoustic instrumentation on this album really fits the vibe and let's Van's voice shine.

I like this album, what stood out to me first was the instrumentation. On a second listen I began to appreciate the vocals more. Not sure it's an instant 5 star but it could move that way with more listens.

I could imagine this album being in my parents car permanently

unglaublich melancholisch, knödelig und doch kraftvoll

A complete and total classic.

The man is a pig and a cancer on society. Having said that he is part of the fabric on Ireland and the album is smooth and mellow. I'm a fan of separating the art from the artist but fuck van Morrison.

Love this album. It brought back memories.

Hele prettige verrassing! Folky rock muziek met country invloeden, muzikaal, melodieus, fijn om naar te luisteren, en met leuke instrumenten. Met een aantal goede nummers waarvan ik niet wist dat ze van Van Morrison waren zoals oa het titelnummer Moondance.

Really a stellar album. High cohesion between tracks and an excellent performance from the artists. Half of theses tracks will be in a DJed wedding reception and you would be happy to hear them.

Good album. Moon Dance is the classic.

No es mi estilo

it feels so much like a sweet and soft caress, i love the the way in which every instrument has its own life and adds something to the songs while always feeling elegant and not out of place. i also love the general uplifting feeling that permeates the whole record, it managed to keep me thrilled up until the end, even if i'll admit that i felt some moments in which some of the tunes dragged on for just a bit too long.

didn't really have time for a full review, but i liked it a lot. i enjoyed most of the tracks (especially the istrumental)

Me gustó, Moondance es un clasicazo. Muy buena voz de whisky blusero, hermosa combinación de estilos y ritmos.

Chill at the side of the hill.

Para comenzar, vemos una canción centrándose en el Folk "And It Stoned Me" 7/10. Luego, encontramos un tema llevando una temática "Jazz-Soul" con melodias llamativas desde el piano hasta los vientos "Moondance" que lleva el nombre del mismo disco 8.5/10. Siguiente, empieza una melodia pegadiza, con una armonía y un sentimiento demasiado llevado a la balada "Crazy Love" 8/10. Volvemos con el Folk, esta vez mucho más destacable la melodia que en el anterior, la canción juega mucho con los intrumentos de viento que es muy llamativo "Caravan" 8.5/10. En la proxima canción, al comenzar encontramos una linea de bajo llamativa que se repite a lo largo de la canción al igual que las melodias de los demás instrumentos "Into the Mystic" 7/10. Siguiente, encontramos una canción en tonalidad mayor, lo que conlleva a transmitir alegria y algo que generan ganas de bailar al ser más movido "Come Running" 7.5/10. Para después, escuchar un blues bastante alegre, lo cual llama la atención, el como utiliza los vientos para responder a la voz, los juegos de fondo que utiliza el piano y la guitarra son también descatables para enriquecer aún más la canción; en ésta misma encontramos un solo corto, pero llamativo hecho con la trompeta "These Dreams of You" 8.5/10. Después, llegamos a una balada en la cual destaca el piano, con unas melodias y coros preciosos, la guitarra haciendo una segunda voz es algo totalmente escuchable, y genera que la canción tenga un motivo más melodico y enriquece la misma con esos licks del Folk "Band New Day" 8/10. Llegamos a la penultima canción, la cual como todo el disco lleva el Folk encima, pero en ésta se centra más en éste género a comparación de las demás, es una de las pertenecientes que se destaca un poco más la bateria "Everyone" 7.5/10. Al finalizar, escuchamos algo mucho más feliz y movido, como cierre de disco no deja nada que desear, aúnque hubiera deseado que sea una más de las baladas del disco "Glad Tidings" 7/10. Para concluir en un 7.75/10. Buen disco, pero no es de mi género y eso influyó en el veredicto.

Didn’t give this my full attention when it played but it felt very reminiscent of the early 70’s, kinda a nice blend between R and B and rock. Didn’t feel compelled to add it but certainly a good record

A classic.

This is more like it, a bit of Van The Man (Who We No Longer Listen To). It's brilliant, although I find the title track irritating for some reason. He's got an unreal voice though and it balances real depth with a sense of lightness throughout. Not quite a five, but a lovely way to spend a Sunday morning cooking.

I thought most of the songs sounded the same

I can’t bring myself to give this a higher rating. Fuck this guy.

I do love the smoky, soulful voice Van Morrison has. Some of the songs have a relaxing, magical feel to them. It’s a very good spin.

Great album with good vibes and some classic songs!

It's a nice album if you can put aside Van Morrison's stupid conspiracy shit

Great album. Been in my collection since early 70s

Van Morrison’s earlier folk / soul albums are much preferred to his more recent Covid denying conspiracy nonsense

Van the man!!

8/10

I hate this prick

Into the Mystic was probably my favorite song on this one. Very fun and, in some places, relaxing listen.

Always loved this album.

Gött album funkar i de flesta stunder! Ingen riktig banger men skönt album. 3-4, snäll idag så en 4a får den. Kmr lyssna igen