Linda Ronstadt - Simple Dreams (1977) 24-Bit/96-kHz Vinyl Rip

Featuring a broader array of styles than any previous Linda Ronstadt record, Simple Dreams reconfirms her substantial talents as an interpretive singer. Ronstadt sings Dolly Parton ("I Never Will Marry") with the same conviction as the Rolling Stones ("Tumbling Dice"), and she manages to update Roy Orbison ("Blue Bayou") and direct attention to the caustic, fledgling singer/songwriter Warren Zevon ("Poor Poor Pitiful Me" and "Carmelita"). The consistently adventurous material and Ronstadt's powerful performance makes the record rival Heart Like a Wheel in sheer overall quality.
( Stephen Thomas Erlewine - AllMusic Guide )

The album peaked at #1 on Billboard 200 chart in 1977, and #1 on Country chart 1977


Track Listing:

A1. It's so Easy
A2. Carmelita
A3. Simple Man, Simple Dream
A4. Sorrow Lives Here
A5. I Never Will Marry
B1. Blue Bayou
B2. Poor, Poor Pitiful Me
B3. Maybe I'm Right
B4. Tumbling Dice
B5. Old Paint