"Talking Back to the Night" is the third solo studio album released by Steve Winwood, an esteemed British singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Having launched the album in 1982, he fully illustrated his rock and pop fusion style.
This album stood out as an intriguing manifestation of Winwood's knack for combining different musical genres, coupling his remarkable voice with his unquestionable talent on multiple instruments. Its signature sound was primarily influenced by blue-eyed soul and progressive rock, fusing them to result in an eclectic mix of sonic treats.
While the album did not replicate the commercial success of Winwood's previous album, "Arc of a Diver", it still contained a number of noteworthy songs. The most famous track from the album is "Valerie”, which was later remixed and re-released in 1987, achieving considerable chart success.
"Talking Back to the Night" was written and recorded by Winwood entirely in his home studio in Gloucestershire. Despite being the sole creative mind behind the album, the lyrics for the tracks were penned by Will Jennings, an American songwriter who had also collaborated with Winwood for his previous works.
The album received two Grammy nominations and further cemented his reputation as a unique talent in the music industry, capable of blending genres and coming up with something truly original. Overall, "Talking Back to the Night" represents a critical point in Winwood's career, underlining his evolution as a musician and showing his ability to maintain his unique style while still delving into newer musical terrains.
