"Weekend in New England" is a song written by Randy Edelman, and released by Barry Manilow on his 1976 album This One’s For You. The song was released as a single in 1976, reaching the #1 spot on the US Adult Contemporary chart and #10 on the Billboard Hot 100. It is a classic example of Manilow's popular style of big ballad, including a romantic theme, swelling orchestration and a dramatic finish. The Reba McEntire song, "Whoever's in New England," is seen by many as an answer song to " ...