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Subway Serenade

by Looking Glass

Released: June 11, 1973

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This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Lineup Change.

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Subsequently, the band underwent a significant transformation in both lineup and musical style, evolving into the heavy metal/power pop group known as Starz. Following Lurie's departure, the band released one last single, "Highway to Hollywood," penned by keyboardist Larry Gonsky, under the slightly modified name "Lookinglass" in 1974. "Subway Serenade" was the second and final album by the band Looking Glass, released in 1973.

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The album features their second charting single, "Jimmy Loves Mary-Anne." After the release of this album, lead vocalist Elliot Lurie left the band to pursue a solo career.

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"Subway Serenade" was the second and final album by the band Looking Glass, released in 1973. The album features their second charting single, "Jimmy Loves Mary-Anne." After the release of this album, lead vocalist Elliot Lurie left the band to pursue a solo career.

Following Lurie's departure, the band released one last single, "Highway to Hollywood," penned by keyboardist Larry Gonsky, under the slightly modified name "Lookinglass" in 1974. Subsequently, the band underwent a significant transformation in both lineup and musical style, evolving into the heavy metal/power pop group known as Starz.