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Al Stewart

Al Stewart

pop music

United Kingdom

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Sound in a sentence: "With intricate melodies that weave through reflective verses, Stewart’s music builds layers of emotional depth while maintaining a rhythmic continuity that draws listeners into its contemplative flow."
Al Stewart matters not just for his poignant storytelling but for how he redefined the lyrical landscape of pop music in the 1970s. In a time when catchy hooks often overshadowed substance, Stewart’s narratives wove rich historical and personal tapestries that challenged listeners to engage with deeper themes.
Al Stewart matters not just for his poignant storytelling but for how he redefined the lyrical landscape of pop music in the 1970s. In a time when catchy hooks often overshadowed substance, Stewart’s narratives wove rich historical and personal tapestries that challenged listeners to engage with deeper themes. His approach encouraged a generation of songwriters to embrace complexity, making lyrics essential to the musical experience rather than ancillary. Stewart’s process is characterized by meticulous attention to detail and an acute sense of atmosphere, often blending elements of folk and rock with orchestral arrangements. This sonic layering creates a textured backdrop that enhances his storytelling, grounding abstract ideas in vivid imagery and emotional resonance. His use of melodies acts as a vehicle for his intricate tales, inviting listeners into his world while maintaining a sense of immediacy. Common themes in Stewart's songwriting include nostalgia, history, and existential reflection, often delivered with a blend of sincerity and irony. His voice balances earnestness with a touch of wistfulness, allowing for both intimate moments and broader reflections on time and change. Through impressionistic storytelling, he engages listeners’ imaginations, encouraging them to find their own connections within his narratives.

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Discography

43 releases • 22 studio • 1966–2009
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Singles ()

Red toupée

Red toupée

1989

Last days of the century

Last days of the century

1989

King of Portugal

King of Portugal

1988

Lori, don't go right now

Lori, don't go right now

1984

Midnight Rocks / Optical Illusion

Midnight Rocks / Optical Illusion

1980

Paint by numbers

Paint by numbers

1980

Here in Angola

Here in Angola

1980

Mondo sinistro

Mondo sinistro

1980

Song on the Radio

Song on the Radio

1979

Time Passages / Almost Lucy

Time Passages / Almost Lucy

1978

On the border

On the border

1977

Year of the Cat / Broadway Hotel

Year of the Cat / Broadway Hotel

1976

Carol

Carol

1975

Swallow wind

Swallow wind

1974

Terminal eyes

Terminal eyes

1973

You don't even know me

You don't even know me

1972

Amsterdam

Amsterdam

1972

Electric Los Angeles sunset

Electric Los Angeles sunset

1970

The news from Spain

The news from Spain

1970

Bedsitter images

Bedsitter images

1967

The elf

The elf

1966

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