Neil Diamond's debut album was released in August 1966 by Bang Records. It was produced by Jeff Barry and Ellie Greenwich, who also co-wrote several songs with Diamond.
The album includes the single 'Solitary Man', which became Diamond's first Billboard chart success, peaking at number 21. Other notable tracks are 'Cherry, Cherry' and 'I Got the Feelin' (Oh No, No).
Although not a major commercial success at the time, the album has been reappraised over the years as a classic of 1960s pop rock, showcasing Diamond's distinctive blend of folk and rock.