Paul Melvyn Carrack (born 22 April 1951) is an English singer, songwriter, composer and multi-instrumentalist who has recorded as both a solo artist and as a member of several popular bands.
''I Know That Name'' is the 14th studio album from Paul Carrack, the hit songwriter and former member of Squeeze and Mike and the Mechanics. Paul delivers the perfect mix of soulful vocals and melodic rock.
The album includes the single ''I Don't Want to Hear Any More'' which was originally written for the Eagles by Carrack and appeared on their 2007 album ''Long Road Out of Eden.'' On Carrack's emotional solo version, Eagles members Don Henley and Timothy B. Schmit return the favor, joining Paul on vocals. The pair also appear on ''Ain't No Love in the Heart of the City.'' ''I Know That Name'' is the work of a superb pop craftsman at the height of his game!
There's a friendly familiarity to the title of this, his twelfth proper studio effort, that carries over to the very sound of the album, a sound that's as soft and comfortable as a well-worn robe.
The newest wrinkle for Carrack here is a slight emphasis on elastic reggae grooves, congregated toward the back stretch of the album, but other than that, I Know That Name glides by on a mellow, soulful groove that never gets too heated, nor does it ever get too cool. It's easy-rolling and even-handed, offering no surprises but plenty of comfort if you've ever been a fan of any of Carrack's work over the years.
Tracklist
1. "Ain't No Love In The Heart Of The City" (Michael Price & Dan Walsh) - 3:42
2. "I Don't Want To Hear Any More" (Paul Carrack) - 4:07
3. "It Ain't Easy (To Love Somebody)" (Paul Carrack) - 3:56
4. "No Doubt About It" (Paul Carrack) - 4:05
5. "I Don't Want Your Love (I Need Your Love)" (Paul Carrack) - 4:02
6. "Stay Awake (I'm Coming Home)" (Paul Carrack & Chris Difford) - 3:24
7. "Just 4 Tonite" (Paul Carrack) - 4:13
8. "Love Is Thicker Than Water" (Paul Carrack & Chris Difford) - 3:36
9. "If I Didn't Love You" (Paul Carrack) - 4:08
10. "Who Am I?" (Paul Carrack) - 4:05
11. "Eyes Of Blue" (Paul Carrack) - 3:58
12. "Am I In That Dream?" (Paul Carrack) - 3:58
Personnel
Paul Carrack - vocals, various instruments
J.T. Corenflos - guitar
Steve Beighton - saxophone)
Ed Collins - trumpet
Mike Rojas - Clavinet, Hammond b-3 organ
Craig Young - bass guitar
Brian Pruitt - drums
Produced by - Paul Carrack except as stated
Executive Producer - Dave Robinson
also
Don Henley
Timothy B. Schmit
Notes
Release Date May 05, 2009
Genre: Pop
Style: Blue Eyed Soul
Length: 47:19
Label - Carrack-UK
The album includes the single ''I Don't Want to Hear Any More'' which was originally written for the Eagles by Carrack and appeared on their 2007 album ''Long Road Out of Eden.'' On Carrack's emotional solo version, Eagles members Don Henley and Timothy B. Schmit return the favor, joining Paul on vocals. The pair also appear on ''Ain't No Love in the Heart of the City.'' ''I Know That Name'' is the work of a superb pop craftsman at the height of his game!
There's a friendly familiarity to the title of this, his twelfth proper studio effort, that carries over to the very sound of the album, a sound that's as soft and comfortable as a well-worn robe.
The newest wrinkle for Carrack here is a slight emphasis on elastic reggae grooves, congregated toward the back stretch of the album, but other than that, I Know That Name glides by on a mellow, soulful groove that never gets too heated, nor does it ever get too cool. It's easy-rolling and even-handed, offering no surprises but plenty of comfort if you've ever been a fan of any of Carrack's work over the years.
Tracklist
1. "Ain't No Love In The Heart Of The City" (Michael Price & Dan Walsh) - 3:42
2. "I Don't Want To Hear Any More" (Paul Carrack) - 4:07
3. "It Ain't Easy (To Love Somebody)" (Paul Carrack) - 3:56
4. "No Doubt About It" (Paul Carrack) - 4:05
5. "I Don't Want Your Love (I Need Your Love)" (Paul Carrack) - 4:02
6. "Stay Awake (I'm Coming Home)" (Paul Carrack & Chris Difford) - 3:24
7. "Just 4 Tonite" (Paul Carrack) - 4:13
8. "Love Is Thicker Than Water" (Paul Carrack & Chris Difford) - 3:36
9. "If I Didn't Love You" (Paul Carrack) - 4:08
10. "Who Am I?" (Paul Carrack) - 4:05
11. "Eyes Of Blue" (Paul Carrack) - 3:58
12. "Am I In That Dream?" (Paul Carrack) - 3:58
Personnel
Paul Carrack - vocals, various instruments
J.T. Corenflos - guitar
Steve Beighton - saxophone)
Ed Collins - trumpet
Mike Rojas - Clavinet, Hammond b-3 organ
Craig Young - bass guitar
Brian Pruitt - drums
Produced by - Paul Carrack except as stated
Executive Producer - Dave Robinson
also
Don Henley
Timothy B. Schmit
Notes
Release Date May 05, 2009
Genre: Pop
Style: Blue Eyed Soul
Length: 47:19
Label - Carrack-UK
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