*THIS IS A PREORDER. Will ship / be available for pickup on or around July 17th, 2026, barring any manufacturing delays.*
RHINO SPIRIT OF '76 REISSUE. RHINO RESERVE 180g BLACK VINYL LP.
"YEAR OF THE CAT is Al Stewart’s breakthrough masterpiece, blending literate songwriting with lush, atmospheric folk-rock. Released in the mid-’70s, the album weaves vivid stories, historical imagery, and romantic wanderlust into elegantly crafted songs, carried by Stewart’s distinctive, conversational vocals. Anchored by the iconic title track and the reflective “On the Border,” Year of the Cat pairs acoustic textures with smooth production and subtle jazz flourishes, creating a timeless, late-night listening experience. Thoughtful, sophisticated, and endlessly replayable, it’s a cornerstone of ’70s singer-songwriter music."