Chet Atkins

Barry Manilow Returns: New Album "What a Time" Ends 15-Year Musical Pause

Barry Manilow, a stalwart of pop balladry, steps back into the spotlight with the announcement of "What a Time," poised to be his 33rd musical creation. The album, marking his first in 15 years, promises to be the canvas upon which Manilow will paint his latest sonic endeavors.

Adding to the anticipation, Manilow teases listeners with "Sun Shine," the single sparking intrigue among his audience, eager to hear how his sound has evolved over the years. The album is slated for a summer release, inviting a nostalgic journey through familiar melodies.

Barry Manilow sings goodbye with a Vegas wink in “Once Before I Go” video

Barry Manilow stars in the newly released video for “Once Before I Go,” portraying a performer who forgoes family life to chase the stage spotlight. Directed by Jamie Thraves—whose past credits include Sam Smith’s “Stay With Me” and Coldplay’s “The Scientist”—the video is filmed at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort, a nod to Manilow’s enduring residency.

The track, co-produced by Babyface and Demonte Posey, was first recorded by Peter Allen in 1983. As Manilow prepares for farewell shows in nine cities, this video adds a theatrical coda to a long charted career.