Carly Simon - CARLY SIMON***

That's The Way I've Always Heard It Should Be/Alone/One More Time/The Best Thing/Just A Sinner/Dan My Fling/Another Door/Reunions/Rolling Down The Hills/The Love's Still Growing

Self titled debut album from singer songwriter Carly Simon showcasing her interpretations of a variety of musical styles. Includes the US top ten hit That's The Way I've Always Heard It Should Be. (US:30)

“Looking back, one wonders what might have become of Carly Simon without getting airplay for That's The Way I've Always Heard It Should Be. As usual, the single is the best track on the album, and shorn of that, we're not left with much that stands out on this debut. Dan My Fling is nice, but the other songs don't hit very hard and the melodies meander.”

“Though her voice isn't technically great, there's something about Simon's singing when she's dragging out a note that's quite pleasing.”

“Carly Simon is an impressive debut, but it’s not the most ingenious of albums, However, it is still a strong starting point for a successful long-term career.” “This is a more austere and sedate record than some of her later ones, but the relative restraint does the songs no harm at all.”

“Carly's skilful use of her vocal abilities to create poignancy and swelling emotions has never been matched on any of her later works, which enjoyed more instant commercial success.”

“I am never quite sure why Carly's debut album was criticized for not living up to the standard of its lead-off single. This song is quite an epic, and the album only begins to tap into the depths of Simon's persona. However, this is a beautiful debut and Carly displays herself as an ample interpreter of numerous styles, from country and blues, to ballads and folk.”

“The first track is Carly's first big hit. Then, the songs you may have never heard before start. Listen carefully to the lyrics and music, and to the emotions and feelings. Although the tracks seem disconnected, they really tell a wonderful story.”

“What a way to begin a music career. This album has the incredible That's The Way I've Always Heard It Should Be, which is vintage Carly. It also shows her budding abilities with other forms of music. Many of the songs display her talents with beautiful arrangements on the piano.”