Al Stewart - Year Of The Cat (single Mix) (1976) | 2024 |

The of Al Stewart's "Year of the Cat," released in July 1976 , is a condensed version of the sprawling 6:40 album masterpiece. While the full version is famous for its intricate four-minute instrumental suite, the single was edited to fit radio formats of the time, often clocking in between 3:30 and 4:42 depending on the territory. Production & Sound

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: The song’s haunting piano riff was written by Peter Wood , who played it constantly during soundchecks until Stewart finally asked to add lyrics to it. Lyrical Meaning & Origins The of Al Stewart's "Year of the Cat,"

Recorded at and produced by Alan Parsons , the track bridged the gap between British folk-rock and the polished "Yacht Rock" sound that would dominate the late '70s. - Facebook : The song’s haunting piano riff