Recorded in the summer of 1974 but shelved for decades due to personal struggles, Longing stands as one of the most poignant and revealing chapters in Dusty Springfield's celebrated career. The sessions capture her at the peak of her vocal powers, delivering soul-drenched performances marked by raw emotion and intimate vulnerability — qualities that drew widespread critical acclaim once the music finally reached listeners. Notably, Janis Ian, who wrote the standout track "In the Winter," famously remarked that after hearing Springfield's rendition, she could "no longer do the piece justice" herself.
This 2025 release from Real Gone Music brings this long-lost gem to vinyl, accompanied by an 11" x 11" insert featuring historical and biographical information, track-by-track annotations by noted Dusty expert and author Paul Howes, vintage artwork, rare images, and full musician and production credits. The performances across the album — from the haunting beauty of "In the Winter" to the heartbreaking intimacy of "I Am Your Child" — showcase an artist channeling deep personal feeling into unforgettable music, making Longing a deeply rewarding listen for fans of soul, pop, and classic vocal performances alike.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Real Gone Music
- Genre: Rock, Soul & Funk
- Release Date: 06/06/2025
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TRACKS
A1. Turn Me Around
A2. In The Winter
A3. Exclusively For Me
A4. A Love Like Yours (Don't Come Knocking Every Day)
A5. I Am Your Child
B1. Home To Myself
B2. Make The Man Love Me
B3. Beautiful Soul
B4. Angels
B5. Corner Of The Sky
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