Newly remastered from the original tapes, Sleepwalker is the 16th studio album by The Kinks and the first under a new deal with Arista Records, following their departure from RCA Records. Recording for the album began during the long hot summer of 1976 at the band's KONK Studio in London. Released in February 1977, the album marked a significant shift for the band, as it moved away from the conceptual work that had characterized their early '70s output toward a return to a more conventional, mainstream rock n' roll sound with contemporary, polished production and a focus on accessible melodic rock. The new approach marked a commercial resurgence for the band, especially in the U.S., where the album reached #21 on the Billboard 200. Critics praised the straightforward rock sound and Ray Davies's signature songwriting, wit and observational style. Available on 180g black vinyl.
Features
• 180g Vinyl
• Vinyl LP
• Remastered from the Original 1/4" Production Masters
• Manufactured in Czech Republic
Selections
Side One:
1. Life On The Road
2. Mr. Big Man
3. Sleepwalker
4. Brother
Side Two:
1. Juke Box Music
2. Sleepless Night
3. Stormy Sky
4. Full Moon
5. Life Goes On