Al Stewart - Year of the Cat (Rhino Reserve) Year of the Cat is Al Stewart's breakthrough 1973 album, blending literate songwriting with lush, atmospheric folk-rock. Features the iconic title track and reflective ""On the Border,"" with acoustic textures, smooth production, and subtle jazz flourishes. Considered a cornerstone of '70s singer-songwriter music, it's known for it's vivid storytelling, historical imagery, and romantic wanderlust.