Barbra Streisand Announces 37th Studio Album: The Secret of Life: Partners, Volume Two
On Wednesday morning, the music world was abuzz with the exciting news that legendary singer Barbra Streisand will be releasing her 37th studio album this summer. Titled “The Secret of Life: Partners, Volume Two,” this album serves as a follow-up to her Grammy-nominated duets album, “Partners,” which was released back in 2014.
Produced by Walter Afanasieff and Peter Asher, with Streisand and Jay Landers serving as executive producers, “The Secret of Life: Partners, Volume Two” is set to be released on June 27. Fans can already pre-order the album digitally, on CD, and even on vinyl.
One of the most exciting aspects of this announcement is the release of the album’s first single. Streisand has teamed up with Irish singer-songwriter Hozier to cover Ewan MacColl’s classic 1957 folk ballad, “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face.” This song, made famous by Roberta Flack in the 1970s, is sure to be a standout track on the album.
Hozier expressed his excitement at collaborating with Streisand, calling her an iconic vocalist who defined an era with her talent and vision. He described the opportunity to work with her as a huge honor and a welcome surprise. Hozier also paid tribute to Roberta Flack’s legacy, acknowledging the beauty of “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face.”
In addition to Hozier, “The Secret of Life: Partners, Volume Two” features an impressive lineup of guest performers. Bob Dylan, Paul McCartney, Ariana Grande, Mariah Carey, Laufey, Tim McGraw, James Taylor, Sting, Sam Smith, Josh Groban, and Seal are just a few of the artists who will be lending their talents to this album.
Fans of Barbra Streisand can look forward to a diverse and star-studded collection of songs on “The Secret of Life: Partners, Volume Two.” With such a talented lineup of collaborators, this album is sure to be a must-have for music lovers of all ages. Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches.
