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New Moon Shine

by James Taylor

Released: October 01, 1991

Soft rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Chart Success.

The Album

"New Moon Shine" is the thirteenth studio album by James Taylor, released in 1991. Stephen Holden of The New York Times praised it, noting that it showcases Taylor "near the top of his form" with standout tracks like "Slap Leather," which critiques social and environmental issues, and "Copperline," a nostalgic ballad reflecting on his North Carolina roots. Additionally, the song "The Frozen Man" was covered by Fairport Convention on their album Old New Borrowed Blue, highlighting the song's impact beyond Taylor's original version.

Inside the Recording

This album marked the sixth and final collaboration with producer-pianist Don Grolnick, who passed away in 1996.

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Reception

It peaked at number 37 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified Platinum. The album received generally positive reviews.

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The Complete Album Story

"New Moon Shine" is the thirteenth studio album by James Taylor, released in 1991. It peaked at number 37 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified Platinum. This album marked the sixth and final collaboration with producer-pianist Don Grolnick, who passed away in 1996.

The album received generally positive reviews. Stephen Holden of The New York Times praised it, noting that it showcases Taylor "near the top of his form" with standout tracks like "Slap Leather," which critiques social and environmental issues, and "Copperline," a nostalgic ballad reflecting on his North Carolina roots.

Additionally, the song "The Frozen Man" was covered by Fairport Convention on their album Old New Borrowed Blue, highlighting the song's impact beyond Taylor's original version.