Polyphonic Press: Classic Album Reviews
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Polyphonic Press: Classic Album Reviews
Close to You by The Carpenters - Ep. 94
Close to You is the breakthrough album by the American pop duo The Carpenters, consisting of siblings Karen and Richard Carpenter. Marking their second studio release, the album propelled them into the spotlight with its soft pop sound, lush orchestration, and Karen Carpenter’s signature warm, melancholic vocals.
The album features the iconic title track "(They Long to Be) Close to You," written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David, which became a number-one hit and earned the duo two Grammy Awards. Another standout single, "We've Only Just Begun," also became a wedding standard and a top-charting success.
With a blend of pop, soft rock, and easy listening, Close to You captures the early '70s zeitgeist of romantic optimism and gentle melodies. The album’s polished production, melodic arrangements by Richard Carpenter, and Karen’s emotionally resonant voice established The Carpenters as leading figures in the adult contemporary genre.
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