American Dreamer

American Dreamer is a 2021 box set of reissues from American singer-songwriter Laura Nyro released by Madfish. It has received positive critical reception. Reception Sam Sodomsky of Pitchfork Media rated this collection an 8.8 out of 10 for Nyro's "obvious, prodigious talent", with the publication declaring this "Best New Reissue". For Under the Radar, Hays Davis rated this album an 8.5 out of 10 for Nyro's importance in pop music history and her ability to move "comfortably between various musical styles". In Uncut, Laura Barton gave the set five out of five stars, due to the "sheer heft of her talent" displayed on the music. Record Collectors Charles Waring issued the same score and noted the artist's influence and breadth as a songwriter, as well as the value of the bonus tracks for collectors. Track listing All songs written by Laura Nyro, except where noted More Than a New Discovery "Goodbye Joe" – 2:38 "Billy's Blues" – 3:20 "And When I Die" – 2:40 "Stoney End" – 2:46 "Lazy Susan" – 3:53 "Flim Flam Man" – 2:29 "Wedding Bell Blues" – 2:44 "Buy and Sell" – 3:38 "He's a Runner" – 3:40 "Blowin' Away" – 2:23 "I Never Meant to Hurt You" – 2:52 "California Shoeshine Boys" – 2:45