The Miracles
Miracles
A2 Love Doctor 3:52
A3 The Magic Of Your Eyes (Laura's Eyes) 4:08
A4 Freeway 4:19
B1 Hot Dance 2:59
B2 Mean Machine 3:16
B3 Sad Rain 4:16
B4 Reach For The Sky 3:42
The 1978 album Miracles by The Miracles received mixed to positive reviews, generally praised for its strong harmonies and Billy Griffin's excellent lead vocals, but some critics felt it lacked a cohesive direction and did not reach the high standard of their previous albums City of Angels and Love Crazy.
The album is considered "just ok" by some fans, who felt it was a somewhat sad end to an era for the group. The consensus is that while it has great moments, it is not their best work.
One reviewer noted that the direction of the songs felt unfocused, with the album perhaps trying too hard to achieve chart success, which ultimately lowered its overall quality.
Despite the criticisms, other users praised it as an "excellent album" and a worthy conclusion to their long career, highlighting the great harmonies and music overall. One particularly enthusiastic review even called it the "best album they ever made," though noted it was a "secret" as few people were aware of its existence.
The album was produced entirely by original member Pete Moore, with all songs co-written by Moore, Billy Griffin, and Donald Griffin. It features notable guest appearances, including Stevie Wonder on keyboards, David Foster on rhythm arrangements, and harpist Dorothy Ashby.
Specific tracks highlighted as strong points include "I Can't Stand It," "Love Doctor," "Sad Rain," "Reach for the Sky," and "The Magic Of Your Eyes (Laura's Eyes)".
The 1978 album Miracles was reportedly never officially released in the United States at the time of its initial release, adding to its relative obscurity.
Overall, the album is seen as a worthwhile listen primarily for fans of the post-Smokey Robinson iteration of the group, particularly to experience Billy Griffin's vocal performance, but it is generally not considered one of The Miracles' landmark releases.
Label: Columbia – JC 34910
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1978
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Seventies Soul, Disco