Al Stewart, Shot In The Dark – 24 Carrots – 1980 – Pop Rock (vinyl lp)

Here's a UK pressing of Al Stewart's 1980 effort "24 Carrots," which found the Scottish singer-songwriter navigating the shifting musical landscape of the early '80s with characteristic intelligence and wit. Following the massive success of "Year of the Cat" and "Time Passages," Stewart was under pressure to deliver another commercial hit, and this album represents his attempt to embrace a more contemporary pop-rock sound while maintaining his trademark historical storytelling and intricate guitar work. The title track became a modest hit, but it's the deeper cuts like "Mondo Sinistro" and "Optical Illusion" where Stewart's narrative gifts truly shine, weaving tales that span centuries with the same ease other songwriters manage three-minute love songs.

This RCA UK pressing is particularly sought after by Stewart collectors and fans of thoughtful pop-rock from this era. The British pressings of Stewart's work from this period tend to have superior mastering compared to their American counterparts, with better dynamics and clearer separation in the mix. While "24 Carrots" isn't as celebrated as Stewart's mid-'70s masterpieces, it captures an artist adapting to changing times without completely abandoning his artistic vision. For collectors building a complete Stewart discography, this represents an essential bridge between his folk-rock origins and his later synthesizer-enhanced period, making it a worthwhile addition to any serious collection of late '70s/early '80s British rock.

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