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Eye to the Telescope
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Binding: Audio CD
EAN: 0724386024725
Format: Import
Label: EMI
Manufacturer: EMI
Number Of Discs: 1
Publication Date: 2005
Publisher: EMI
Release Date: February 28, 2005
Studio: EMI
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Editorial Review:
If the art of the female singer-songwriter revolves around coffee-table soliloquies then Eye to the Telescope--the debut album from Edinburgh-born chanteuse/guitarist KT Tunstall--is a pleasing mediation between the traditional demands of brooding egocentricity (espresso) and frothy commerciality (cappuccino). KT Tunstall has star quality. "Suddenly I See" is an effortlessly liberating pop fillip while, conversely, "False Alarm" redresses ABBA's "The Winner Takes It All" for losers who had nothing to lose to begin with. However, Tunstall isn't entirely convinced by the compromise ("I'm struggling to cater for the space I'm meant to fill" she sings) and "Miniature Disasters"--one of several strong numbers showcasing her aptitude for wrapping up pop tunes in either folky bluesiness or ponderous jazz--catalogues her desires for unfettered self-expression. The opening cut "Other Side Of The World" might sound like Dido without the giftwrapped grief (she's none too flattered with the comparisons) but Eye to the Telescope is spiritually closer to Carole King and Elvis Costello than Katie Melua. And that's no bad thing. --Kevin Maidment
Import version features different artwork and track running order to the US version. KT Tunstall is a sparkling new songwriter with Chinese blood, a Scottish heart, great legwarmers & a cool name. KT celebrates classic singer-songwriting in the tradition of Rikki Lee Jones, Carol King & Fleetwood Mac with an articulate, accessible, immediate brew of rootsy sass, wistful quandary & after-hours atmosphere. The latest in a line of outstanding contemporary Scottish songwriters including Texas, Fran Healy, Teenage Fanclub & The Beta Band, KT's unique perspective offers a rare emotionally connecting intensity through it's gripping lyrical bite & heartfelt melody. Her debut album 'Eye To The Telescope' is the creative consequence of an inquiring imagination with production duties supplied by Steve Osborne (U2, New Order, Doves). EMI. 2004.
Kt Tunstall is a Sparkling New Songwriter with Chinese Blood, a Scottish Heart, Great Legwarmers and a Cool Name - "Well, It's Got a Bit More Attitude Than Kate which Just Says Farmer's Daughter to Me," She Laughs. Kt Celebrates Classic Singer-songwriting in the Tradition of Rikki Lee Jones, Carol King and Fleetwood Mac with an Articulate, Accessible, Immediate Brew of Rootsy Sass, Wistful Quandary and After-hours Atmosphere. The Latest in a Line of Outstanding Contemporary Scottish Songwriters Including Texas, Fran Healy, Teenage Fanclub and the Beta Band, Kt's Unique Perspective Offers a Rare Emotionally Connecting Intensity Through It's Gripping Lyrical Bite and Heartfelt Melody.
Customer Reviews
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Rating:  - KT Tunstall-Eye to the Telescope CD
Love this CD! Couldn't find it anywhere in any store. It arrived in great shape and right on time.
Rating: - KT Tunstall...someone to have in the view
I bought this CD because of the recommendations of other customers. Luckily I was more than pleased to find a great collection of songs with an amazing sound and newness. If you are keen of finding new artists this is a good bet. You won't get dissapointed!
Rating:  - Pretty good.
I like the album, but I was disappointed when I recieved the cd. I ordered this album instead of purchasing it from a store because it had a live version of Black Horse & the Cherry Tree, but I didn't have the live version. I am usually pleased with the delivery service by ImportCDs, but not this time.
Rating: - Eye To The Telescope
Watching American Idle (yes I know it's mispelled) last year, I heard 'what's-her'name' sing a song that immediately caught my attention. It was 'Black Horse...'. Following that, the radio stations picked up on that karaoke version and began playing the real song by the real artist. Much better! I was wondering who the singer was. KT Tunstall became known almost overnight. Then the radio stations began playing other tracks from 'Eye to the Telescope' Eye to the Telescope (CD+DVD). They were great! ... Read More
Rating: - Wonderful album
I heard K.T. Tunstall on NPR and immediately got this album. It is lively, interesting, well performed. I hope this young lady goes far, very far.
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