Living in the Present Future (2001)

About this title: What Eagle-Eye Cherry lacks in vocal prowess, he more than makes up for with attitude and style. And he certainly knows how to craft a melodic hook, a chorus that sticks in your head, and lyrics built for the masses, as witnessed by his 1998 hit "Save Tonight" and a number of songs on Living in the Present Future. Funny that some of his best tunes are the ones that sit a little outside the tomb of accessibility. For instance, "One Good Reason" hinges on a blues riff brought to life by the steel sounds of a National guitar which lends an old-school, dirt road feel. Creative arrangements and ... read more

Tracks:

1. Been Here Once Before [Cherry/Ahlund]
2. Are You Still Having Fun? [Cherry]
3. One Good Reason [Cherry/Watkins]
4. Promises Made [Cherry/Watkins]
5. Burning Up [Cherry]
6. Together [Cherry/Torell]
7. Long Way Around [Cherry/Watkins]
8. Lonely Days (Miles Away) [Cherry]
9. First to Fall [Cherry]
10. Miss Fortune [Cherry]
11. She Didn't Believe [Cherry/Watkins]
12. Shades of Gray [Cherry/Watkins/Sche]
13. Wishing It Was [Cherry]

Note: This is a general synopsis. Each listing is further described below.