Travelling Boy/Down In The Willow Garden/I Shall Sing/Old Man/Feuilles Oh-Do Space Men Pass Dead Souls On The Way To The Moon/All I Know/Mary Was Only A Child/Woyaya/Barbara Allen/Another Lullaby
Angel Clare was the solo debut album from Art Garfunkel, well over three years after his split with Paul Simon. Here he uses his exquisite voice to interpret several ballads, including the Jimmy Webb composed All I Know, a US No.9 hit single. (US:5 UK:14)
“This is a very pretty, romantic collection of music. As a expression of artistic taste and choice it definitely shows where Art Garfunkel was, and what he had to say before the industry turned him into just another ballad crooner. Perhaps this is the best thing he has ever done as solo artist - if occasionally it sounds overcooked and too soft in its loveliness. What else did you expect from a guy who was vocal centrepiece of legendary soft-rock duo? Compared to the rest of his discography this definitely stands head and shoulders above everything else.”
“Garfunkel found a solo voice, and found it masterfully. This album, showcasing, as it does, some great interpretations of Jimmy Webb, deserves far more recognition than it gets.”
“I enjoyed it quite a bit. Garfunkel has a great voice and the album is well put together. It showcases his voice very, very well.”
“Destined to be forever remembered as Paul Simon's sidekick, the fact remains that Garfunkel is nevertheless a very fine singer. Ultimately not as creative a force as his partner, but still a pleasant enough listen. It would be almost impossible to release a record as graceful and innocent as this first Garfunkel solo album nowadays.”
“Garfunkel's voice has always been noted for an almost inhuman delicacy, and here it is blessed with both the tones of a flawlessly played instrument and a tender humanity. The arrangements provide a perfect setting for both.”
“Ever since I first heard the album, I couldn't stop listening to it. His voice flows beautifully on all the high notes. Art Garfunkel has proved that he is a successful solo artist with this beautiful collection of ballads.”
“I am a hard rock music fan, but this is without a doubt the best music I've ever listened to. Every song is extraordinarily beautiful and lyrical. His interpretation is flawless. If you don't have it in your collection you are really missing out.”
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