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New Masters

by Cat Stevens

Released: December 15, 1967

Baroque pop, folk pop

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Breakthrough.

The Album

Despite its initial reception, the album contributes to Stevens' early catalog and demonstrates his evolution as an artist during a formative period in his career. "New Masters" is indeed the second studio album by Cat Stevens, released in December 1967 under Deram Records, a subsidiary of Decca Records. This album followed his debut album, "Matthew and Son," which had achieved significant success.

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Following the momentum of "Matthew and Son," "New…

Following the momentum of "Matthew and Son," "New Masters" showcased Cat Stevens' continued exploration of his folk-pop style, while also experimenting with more diverse musical influences.

Tracks on "New Masters" include songs like "Kitty,"…

Tracks on "New Masters" include songs like "Kitty," "Northern Wind," and "The Laughing Apple," reflecting Stevens' introspective and poetic lyricism.

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Reception

The album didn't achieve the same level of commercial success as its predecessor, but it allowed Stevens to further develop his songwriting and musical identity.

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The Complete Album Story

"New Masters" is indeed the second studio album by Cat Stevens, released in December 1967 under Deram Records, a subsidiary of Decca Records. This album followed his debut album, "Matthew and Son," which had achieved significant success.

Following the momentum of "Matthew and Son," "New Masters" showcased Cat Stevens' continued exploration of his folk-pop style, while also experimenting with more diverse musical influences. The album didn't achieve the same level of commercial success as its predecessor, but it allowed Stevens to further develop his songwriting and musical identity.

Tracks on "New Masters" include songs like "Kitty," "Northern Wind," and "The Laughing Apple," reflecting Stevens' introspective and poetic lyricism. Despite its initial reception, the album contributes to Stevens' early catalog and demonstrates his evolution as an artist during a formative period in his career.