Dont Cry Now
I first discovered Linda Ronstadt with this album, one of those that defined Country Rock in the 1970's, and it started my tremendous admiration for this wonderful artist with the purest, loveliest voice in pop/rock/country/mariachi (whatever she chooses to sing). She would acquire a lot more finesse, subtlety and sophistication later on, but there are still some unforgettable gems on this work. "Colorado" is a wonderful showcase for her voice in all its honey-sweet purity, and her version of "Desperado" is on an equal footing with The Eagles original, and certainly more vocally powerful. "Love Has No Pride" and "Don't Cry Now" are great ballad powerhouses for her also. All in all, a strong indication of what was to come, and an album that still largely holds up quite well today.
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