Barry Mann - Almost Gone

Review by Ankur gupta

Album Review: Almost Gone by Barry Mann (1979) Alright, let’s talk about Almost Gone, the kinda underrated pop gem from Barry Mann that dropped in 1979. If you’re into vocal-driven tunes with a touch of heartfelt storytelling, this one might just hit the spot. Released via Warner Bros. Records and produced by the legendary Gus Dudgeon (yeah, the guy behind some of Elton John’s biggest hits), this album has a vibe that feels like a warm hug on a chilly day—comforting but still got layers to it. Now, I gotta shout out two tracks here because they stuck with me for different reasons. First up is “For No Reason At All.” Man, this song sneaks up on ya. It starts off simple enough, but then Barry’s voice kicks in, smooth as butter, and you realize there’s more going on than meets the ear. The lyrics? Super relatable. Like, who hasn’t felt frustrated over something that doesn’t make sense? You know those moments when life throws curveballs for no damn reason? Yeah, that’s what this track nails. Plus, the melody lingers long after the song ends—it’s catchy without being annoying, which ain’t easy to pull off. Then there’s the title track, “Almost Gone.” This one’s a mood setter for sure. There’s a bittersweetness to it, like saying goodbye to someone or something you care about but knowing deep down it’s probably for the best. Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann wrote these words together, and you can tell—they’ve got that chemistry thing down pat. The production gives it a soft glow, almost dreamy, while Barry’s vocals add weight to the emotion. Honestly, it’s the kind of song that makes you sit back and think, “Wow, I needed to hear that right now.” The album saw releases across the US, UK, Canada, Italy, and Belgium, so clearly folks were feeling it globally. And props to Moonlight for mixing everything so cleanly—you can really hear all the little details shine through. Here’s the thing though: listening to Almost Gone feels like stepping into another era, but not in a dated way. It’s nostalgic yet fresh enough to remind you how timeless good songwriting can be. Weirdly enough, it also made me wonder why Barry Mann didn’t get more shine as a solo artist—he was always killing it behind the scenes writing for others. Maybe he preferred staying low-key? Who knows. So yeah, if you’re hunting for an album that’s equal parts introspective and uplifting, give Almost Gone a spin. Just don’t blame me if you end up replaying “For No Reason At All” twenty times in a row. Oh, and hey—next time you see Gus Dudgeon’s name in the credits, take note. Dude knew how to craft magic.

Artist: Barry Mann
Album: Almost Gone

Vocal

1979

Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Almost Gone
For No Reason At All

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Catalog Numbers

K 17335
W 17335
17335
WBS 8752

Labels

Warner Bros. Records

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Formats

Vinyl
7"
45 RPM
Single
Promo

Companies

Role	Company
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Warner Bros. Records Inc.
Published By	Screen Gems-EMI Music Ltd.
Distributed By	WEA Records Ltd.
Produced For	ATV Music Productions
Record Company	Warner Bros. Records Inc.

Credits

Role	Credit
Mixed By	Moonlight
Producer	Gus Dudgeon
Written-By	Barry Mann, Cynthia Weil

Notes

Side A: Published by Screen Gems-EMI Music Ltd.
Side B: Published by ATV Music Ltd.
Made in Italy.
Disco Promozionale, vietata la vendita al pubblico.
Side A: Published by Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc./Summerhill Songs, Inc.
Side B: Published by ATV Music Corp./Mann And Weil Songs, Inc.
℗ 1979
Side A - mono.
Side B - stereo.

Barcodes

Matrix / Runout (Side A label): K 17335 A*
Matrix / Runout (Side B label): K 17335 B*
Rights Society: S.I.A.E.
Matrix / Runout (Label side A): 8752/1
Matrix / Runout (Label side B): 8752/2
Matrix / Runout ( Label side A): A 17335
Matrix / Runout ( Label side B): B 17335
Matrix / Runout (Etched in Runout area side A): 17335 A
Matrix / Runout (Etched in Runout area side B): 17335 B
Rights Society: Sabam
Rights Society: BMI
Matrix / Runout ( Label side A): (8752/1)
Matrix / Runout ( Label side B): (8752/2)
Matrix / Runout (Etched in Runout area side A): W•17335•A 9•4•79
Matrix / Runout (Etched in Runout area side B): W•17335•B 9•4•79
Matrix / Runout (Side A Label): WCA8115
Matrix / Runout (Side B Label): WCA8115S

About Barry Mann

American songwriter, singer, pianist and producer born February 9, 1939 in Brooklyn, New York. Married to .

Real Name

Barry Imberman

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Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? Barry Mann's album *Almost Gone*, released in 1979, was a collaborative labor of love. It featured tracks written by Mann and his longtime songwriting partner Cynthia Weil, the duo behind many iconic hits. The album was produced by Gus Dudgeon, famed for his work with Elton John. With its lush vocal style and pop sensibilities, it found audiences not just in the US, but also in the UK, Canada, Italy, and Belgium. The track *For No Reason At All* stands out as a hidden gem from that era.

Comments

narju1122

2025-03-14

yes 1979, I saw him preform this on the Merv Griffin show and luckily i have it on 45 and CD

iamkpaul29

2025-03-13

l miss the days when songs like this actually received airplay

ivanzhu1991

2025-03-13

My childhood best friend and I have been looking for this song for decades!!! Thank you SO much for posting it on here. Such a great song and brings back such great memories.