New Sounds by Bob Desper

Bob Desper's hauntingly beautiful 1974 album New Sounds has become a treasured gem among collectors and music lovers alike. Recorded in Portland, Oregon, New Sounds captures both his spiritual searching and his unshakable belief in togetherness, offering songs that resonate with honesty, vulnerability, and quiet strength.

Once nearly lost to time, Bob’s music has been rediscovered as a powerful reminder of art’s ability to transcend struggle and illuminate the human spirit. Each track invites listeners into a world of reflection, healing, and beauty—making New Sounds not just an album, but a timeless experience worth owning.

Download includes Bob Desper's 1972 single "Dry Up Those Tears" b/w "The World is Crying Out for Love," and the song, "Take Time to Pray," originally released as a digital download bonus track on the 2011 CD reissue of New Sounds.

Tracklist

1.	Darkness is Like a Shadow	4:34

2.	It's Too Late	5:13

3.	Lonely Man	3:55

4.	To a Friend of Mine	6:16

5.	Let it Shine for You	3:55

6.	Don't You Cry for Me	5:12

7.	Liberty	3:47

8.	Time is Almost Over	4:08

9.	Dry Up Those Tears	3:09

10.	The World is Crying Out for Love	3:15

11.	Take Time to Pray	5:28