Album Review: "Impossible Dream / Where Do You Go" by Julie Rogers
Alright, let’s talk about this little gem from way back in ‘71—Julie Rogers’ Impossible Dream / Where Do You Go. Yeah, it’s one of those records that kinda sneaks up on you. Released under Ember Records and coming straight outta Spain (yep, Spain!), this album is a mix of rock, pop, ballads, and some vocal-heavy pop-rock vibes. It’s not gonna blow your mind like Zeppelin or anything, but it’s got its own charm.
First off, the title track “Impossible Dream.” Man, this one sticks with you. It’s all big emotions and soaring vocals, the kind of song that makes you wanna stare out a rainy window while sipping coffee—or maybe whiskey if you’re feeling dramatic. Julie’s voice just pulls you in; she doesn’t overdo it either, which is nice. Sometimes singers go full diva mode and ruin the vibe, but not here. This tune feels personal, like she’s singing directly to you. Plus, who doesn’t love a good ballad? Even now, I can hum bits of it without even trying—it’s catchy as heck.
Then there’s “Where Do You Go,” which flips things up a bit. If “Impossible Dream” feels like slow dancing at midnight, this one’s more like cruising down a coastal road with the windows down. The rhythm has this groovy pop-rock thing going on, and Julie sounds confident, almost playful. There’s something about how the melody builds—you keep waiting for the chorus to hit again because it’s so satisfying. Honestly, I think this track would’ve been killer on the radio back then. Like, people should’ve been jamming to it in their cars or whatever passed for playlists in the ‘70s.
What gets me about this whole record is how smooth it feels despite being nearly 50 years old. Sure, the production might sound a tad dated compared to today’s polished stuff, but that’s part of its appeal. You can tell Julie poured her heart into these songs, and they still resonate.
Here’s the random thought I’ll leave you with: Listening to albums like this reminds me how much music has changed—but also how much it hasn’t. People still chase impossible dreams and wonder where others go when life takes them away. So yeah, props to Julie Rogers for nailing those feelings back in ‘71. Not bad for an album most folks probably forgot about!
