Album of the Day

“England” Dan Seals and John “Ford” Coley had performed together in such Texas '60s bands as Southwest F.O.B. before setting up shop as a duo; following a couple albums for A&M, the pair scored their commercial breakthrough with NIGHTS ARE FOREVER. The 1976 Big Tree collection was certified Gold on the strength of Top 10 hits “I'd Really Love to See You Tonight” and “Nights Are Forever Without You,” though the other nine tracks also feature strong melodies and sparkling performances (including guitar work from Dan's big brother Jim, of Seals & Crofts). NIGHTS ARE FOREVER is among the most enjoyable soft rock albums of the 1970s, and we'll give it another spin to wish John Ford Coley a happy 75th birthday.