Melissa Manchester - Bright Eyes (1974) and 44 similar items

Catalog Number: AB-4011 Condition Details: Vinyl plays nicely (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges, light-scuffing and surface impressions (front/back). Inner-sleeve is original (photos/lyrics). Spine is easy-to-read with wear. Minor shelf-wear along bottom-edge; heavier wear along top edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.) Tracks: Bright Eyes Alone O Heaven (How You've Changed To Me) Inclined No. 1 (Ahwant Gimmeh) Ode To Paul I Can't Get Started He Is The One Ruby And The Dancer About The Record: Bright Eyes, by Melissa Manchester, showcases a blend of pop, jazz, and rock influences reminiscent of artists like Joni Mitchell and Laura Nyro. The album, produced by Hank Medress and Dave Appell, features Manchester's emotive vocals and songwriting, with notable contributions from collaborators like Carole Bayer Sager and Adrienne Anderson. Historically significant for its bold, less commercial sound before Manchester's later mainstream success, it reflects her early artistic freedom under Bell Records. The single O Heaven, featuring the Dixie Hummingbirds, was released with a gospel-tinged, uptempo vibe; its B-side, Inclined, was praised as a potential hit for its relatable take on one-sided relationships. The album remains a cult favorite for its raw, authentic musicianship.