Walk The Dog And Light The Light

Description

Laura Nyro's album "Walk the Dog & Light the Light" was released on August 17, 1993, marking her return to studio recordings after a nine-year hiatus since "Mother's Spiritual" in 1984. This album is notable as it is the last collection of original material she released during her lifetime. The album features a mix of original compositions and covers, showcasing Nyro's distinctive blend of pop, soul, and jazz influences. Notably, the song "Broken Rainbow" was previously featured in the Oscar-winning documentary of the same name, which addressed the relocation of the Navajo people. Contributing musicians on the album include Bernard Purdie on drums, Freddie Washington on bass, and guitarists Elliott Randall, Michael Landau, and Ira Siegel. The album was co-produced by Nyro and Gary Katz, known for his work with Steely Dan. The sound is smooth and soulful, with Nyro's rich, smoky voice singing her lyrics on topics such as feminism, animal rights, and Native American rights.