Releases of the week

Traditional pop releases, week 43

· 5 releases

This week's traditional pop releases highlight enduring legacies and unexpected successes, from Bob Dylan's influence on Sara Evans's 2004 breakthrough to Doris Day's reluctant hit that defied her intentions. Roy Orbison's unplanned No. 1 in the UK and Neil Young's complex relationship with Dylan's work further illustrate the genre's rich, interconnected history. The spotlight also turns to Barbra Streisand, whose passionate and meticulous career is explored in a new portrait. These stories reflect the quiet power of songs that shape careers and redefine eras.

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