Desireless | 
| Artist: Eagle-eye Cherry
Label: Sony
Category: Music
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Rating:  91 reviews
Sales Rank: 63262
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
MPN: 69434
UPC: 074646943427
EAN: 0074646943427
ASIN: B000009D01
Release Date: July 21, 1998
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| Tracks:
| • | Save Tonight | | • | Indecision | | • | Comatose (In the Arms of Slumber) | | • | Worried Eyes | | • | Rainbow Wings | | • | Falling in Love Again | | • | Conversation | | • | When Mermaids Cry | | • | Shooting Up in Vain | | • | Permanent Tears | | • | Death Defied by Will | | • | Desireless |
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The offspring of jazz-trumpet great Don Cherry and half-brother of both Neneh Cherry and Swedish pop diva Titiyo (who duets with her brother on "Worried Eyes"), Eagle-Eye proves that we are not who we're related to. He was born in Stockholm to Cherry and Swedish mixed-media artist Moki, and one might suppose a member of this clan to be as innovative as the rest of his brood, especially given such an idiosyncratic moniker. But it turns out that that's the only eccentric thing about this musician. Cherry offers up a low-key, melodic diary of tales of his misspent youth in New York. And despite the music's soft-focus part-Cat Stevens, part-Ben Harper leanings, occasionally you realize that Eagle-Eye must have pasted posters of Ozzy Osbourne and Jimi Hendrix on his bedroom wall. "Indecision" (supposedly a rejoinder to Stockholm neo-Nazi "White Noise" bands like Swastika) rides on a searing Richie Blackmore lick. "Save Tonight" is a bittersweet reworking of Peter, Paul and Mary's "Leaving on a Jet Plane" theme. The title song updates his late father's "Desireless," which is revitalized via sparse piano, a haunting trumpet, and Cherry's hypnotic, repetitive vocals. Here it's clear that, even though he is dabbling in the shoals of alt-folk-rock, Eagle-Eye can claim a limb on the family tree anytime he wants. --Jaan Uhelszki
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Mellow rock September 21, 2002
Westley (Stuck in my head)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
Eagle-Eye Cherry's platinum debut CD will be remembered primarily for the hit "Save Tonight" and his odd-sounding name, but it really is a terrific CD overall. It's the type of CD that I don't listen to often but impresses when I slip it into my stereo. Like "Save Tonight," most of the songs are mid-rock and mellow sounding, almost jazzy at times. None of the other songs really stand out as could-a-been hits because this CD is best listened to as a whole. The CD also ends beautifully with a cover of "Desireless," which was written by Eagle-Eye's father. Eagle-Eye wrote and co-produced most of the album, and he really is a major talent. Too bad Eagle-Eye's most recent CD didn't keep him in the spotlight, where he deserves to be.
More to Cherry than Meets the Eye February 26, 2000
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
From the very first time I heard the opening track (and first single) "Save Tonight," I was hooked. Catchy acoustic guitar combined with a memorable chorus. I wanted to hear it over and over again; and yet I had to wait a year before the album arrived in America. I was fortunate enough to discover the talents of Eagle-Eye during a trip to Italy in 1997. Thank you Europe for another wonderful musical import! The vocals at times surely bring to mind Ben Harper, yet Cherry's music maintains a simple, yet defined style. His songs are a mix of forlorn love and troubled youth, yet in some way they all speak to the listener. Standouts are "Worried Eyes," and the haunting, yet beautiful title track, composed by Cherry's father Don. Another favorite is "Permanent Tears," whose guitar and piano evoke images of a soft ocean breeze at the close of a summer's day. Quick Picks: If you enjoy this, you may enjoy the following (and vice versa): Ben Harper, Vertical Horizon, Ben Lee.
 good music in a bad music period May 29, 2000
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
This cd, was one of the best ones I have listened to in a long time. It has no trouble standing out from the new pop music which has many people with computerized voices and pretty faces. Eagle-Eye Cherry writes his own words, plays several instruments, and sings so well. The tunes of this cd grab you, and the words make you think. Every song on this cd, save one or two have tunes that get stuck in your head, yet you want them stuck. The hit single, Save Tonight, is merely a preview of how different and good Eagle Eye's music is. The tunes are laid back and carry you through the song. Conversation, Falling in Love Again, Death Defied by Will, and When Mermaids Cry are some of the best songs on that cd. Buy his cd if you haven't yet because you just can't miss Eagle-Eye's music.
Great unique sound! March 25, 2000
Jon Saltzman (San Clemente, CA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I don't think I've heard anyone that was as unique sounding as Eagle Eye Cherry. His "Save Tonight", "Falling in Love Again" and "When Mermaids Cry" are instant hits. "Shooting Up in Vain" really conveys an attitude like that of its title. The other songs are an ecletic group including saxophone, piano, acoustic and electric guitar.. makes for a great CD! I would recommend it!
CD of the Year August 24, 2002
T. Laurel (Blacksburg, VA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Eagle Eye Cherry is one of the truest artists of our time. I am always hesitant to fall for someone on their first album but I did and have fallen for him again and again every day since. This album is a perfect gift for just about anybody and a treat for your own soul when you need it. Every song will move you in some way, shape or form.
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