description Donna Summer - The Wanderer Overview
"The Wanderer" is the eighth studio album by American singer Donna Summer, released in 1980 by Geffen Records. The album marks a distinct stylistic shift from the disco sound that defined her 1970s career, moving instead toward rock, new wave, and synth-pop. This transition occurred alongside the changing musical climate of the early 1980s, as disco's mainstream popularity declined. It features the title track "The Wanderer," which became a top 10 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, reintroducing her to a broader pop and rock audience.
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When was Donna Summer's The Wanderer released?
The Wanderer was released in 1980 by Geffen Records. It is Donna Summer's eighth studio album.
How does The Wanderer differ from Donna Summer's disco albums?
The album shifts toward rock, new wave, and synth-pop instead of relying mainly on the disco sound of her 1970s hits. It reflects a deliberate change in style at the start of the 1980s.
Why is The Wanderer important in Donna Summer's career?
It marks a stylistic transition after the disco era that made Summer famous. The record shows her testing rock-oriented and electronic pop textures with Geffen Records.
Which record label released The Wanderer?
Geffen Records released the album in 1980. It was one of the early major releases associated with the label's growing pop and rock catalog.
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