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Dream a Little Dream
Pop · 1968 · 12 tracks

Dream a Little Dream

October 19, 1968 · Oldays Records

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Dream a Little Dream is the sound of an artist stepping out from the shadow of a massive cultural phenomenon and finding her own light.

While Cass Elliot was the sonic anchor of The Mamas & the Papas, this solo debut reveals a much broader palette, moving away from strict four-part harmonies toward a more personal, eclectic vision. It feels like a warm, golden-hued afternoon spent in a well-appointed 1960s studio, where the air is thick with the smell of old wood and tube amplifiers. There is a profound sense of relief and discovery throughout the tracks, as if Elliot is finally allowed to sing the songs her friends wrote just for her.

Tracklist · 12 Tracks
01
Dream a Little Dream of Me
3:42
02
California Earthquake
3:11
03
The Room Nobody Lives In
2:40
04
Talkin' to Your Toothbrush
2:23
05
Rules for Breakfast
2:57
06
You Know Who I Am
4:03
07
Rubber Band
3:29
08
Long Time Loving You
1:59
09
Jane, the Insane Dog Lady
2:02
10
What Was I Thinking Of
3:53
11
Burn Your Hatred
2:13
12
Sweet Believer
4:57
Moments Worth Listening For
The transition from the hushed, intimate intro of the title track into the full, brassy swing of the chorus.
The unexpected bluegrass breakdown in Jane, the Queen of the Desert showcasing her stylistic range.
The raw, soulful belt at the climax of California Earthquake that contrasts with her usual sweetness.
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