Eagle-Eye Cherry Returns with New Album and Tour, Reflects on Creative Process and Inspiration

As the Swedish songwriter Eagle-Eye Cherry prepares to release his new album, Back on Track, he is reflecting on his creative process and the journey that has brought him to this point. With a career spanning over 25 years and six albums under his belt, Cherry has found himself at home with his sound, free from self-doubt and uncertainty.

In an interview with VEZ Magazine, Cherry shared his thoughts on songwriting, revealing that he typically starts with acoustic guitar and builds upon the foundation of drums, bass, guitar, keyboards, and his own voice. Unlike in the past, when he would question himself during the writing process, Cherry now feels confident in his musical identity.

The new album marks a milestone for Cherry as he celebrates 25 years of a career that has seen him produce dozens of songs and experience the highs and lows of the music industry. Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, which forced him to put his plans on hold, Cherry was able to use the time to revisit the music that inspired him as a teenager.

'I started writing new songs prior to the pandemic,' he said. 'When did you start writing the new songs? Before or after the pandemic hit us all?' Cherry's answer was unequivocal: 'Not so much the sonically, but the feeling I had when I was young and listening to their music... it got me inspired and energised.'

That feeling is palpable on Back on Track, which captures the energy of Eagle-Eye Cherry's live shows. Recorded straight after finishing his Streets of You tour, the album is a testament to the songwriter's ability to channel his passion and creativity into his music.

When asked about the connection between the tracks on the album, Cherry revealed that he drew inspiration from the music that shaped him as an artist. 'Stuff like The Ramones, The Clash, and Talking Heads... it found its way into the music,' he said.

The result is an album that is both a reflection of Eagle-Eye Cherry's growth as an artist and a celebration of his enduring legacy. As he embarks on a new world tour, including stops in Italy next February, fans can expect to hear the best of what Cherry has to offer.

With Back on Track, Eagle-Eye Cherry proves once again that his music is timeless and his creative process is still evolving. As he looks back on his 25-year career, it's clear that this new album marks a triumphant return to form for the Swedish songwriter.

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