1982 Half-Speed master housed in an textured and embossed gatefold cover. Top recommendation. "Phoenix" is an album by American singer-songwriter Dan Fogelberg, released in 1979. It marks a period of significant commercial success for Fogelberg, featuring a blend of rock, folk, and soft rock elements that epitomize his musical style. The album is best known for its hit single "Longer," which reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and became one of Fogelberg's most recognizable songs. The production of "Phoenix" involved a notable collaboration with producer and musician Norbert Putnam, who contributed to the album's polished sound. The album's instrumentation and arrangements highlight Fogelberg's multi-instrumental talents, as he played a variety of instruments including guitar, piano, and synthesizer. Other prominent tracks on the album include "Heart Hotels" and the title track "Phoenix," both of which received significant radio play. Overall, "Phoenix" solidified Dan Fogelberg's status as a prominent figure in the singer-songwriter genre of the late 1970s and early 1980s.