Comfort Eagle
Cake · 2001
36 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · country · indie rock
A quirky blend of sardonic lyrics and eclectic instrumentation, merging rock with a playful sense of humor.
Why this album works
- Best for
- quirky, playful listening experience short, engaging song durations contemplative yet upbeat moods
- Context
- Released on July 24, 2001, 'Comfort Eagle' was Cake's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Prolonging the Magic' from 1998. At this point in their career, Cake solidified their unique sound, characterized by witty lyrics and genre-blending influences, while also expanding their audience after successful singles like 'The Distance.'
- If you like
- alternative rock, country, indie rock
Comfort Eagle is an album by Cake, released in 2001. A quirky blend of sardonic lyrics and eclectic instrumentation, merging rock with a playful sense of humor. 'Comfort Eagle' debuted at number 13 on the Billboard 200 chart and received positive critical acclaim, showcasing Cake's distinctive style that influenced alternative rock in the early 2000s. The album’s lead single, 'Short Skirt/Long Jacket,' became particularly notable for its satirical take on consumer culture and relationships. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Comfort Eagle sound like?
A quirky blend of sardonic lyrics and eclectic instrumentation, merging rock with a playful sense of humor. Rooted in alternative rock and country.
What makes Comfort Eagle by Cake notable?
'Comfort Eagle' debuted at number 13 on the Billboard 200 chart and received positive critical acclaim, showcasing Cake's distinctive style that influenced alternative rock in the early 2000s. The album’s lead single, 'Short Skirt/Long Jacket,' became particularly notable for its satirical take on consumer culture and relationships. Released on July 24, 2001, 'Comfort Eagle' was Cake's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Prolonging the Magic' from 1998. At this point in their career, Cake solidified their unique sound, characterized by witty lyrics and genre-blending influences, while also expanding their audience after successful singles like 'The Distance.'
Who is Comfort Eagle for?
Comfort Eagle works well if you're into quirky, playful listening experience, short, engaging song durations and contemplative yet upbeat moods.
How many songs are on Comfort Eagle?
Comfort Eagle has 11 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Opera Singer Standout 4:06
- 2 Meanwhile, Rick James… 3:57
- 3 Shadow Stabbing 3:07
- 4 Short Skirt/Long Jacket Standout 3:24
- 5 Commissioning a Symphony in C 2:59
- 6 Arco Arena 1:31
- 7 Comfort Eagle 3:40
- 8 Long Line of Cars 3:23
- 9 Love You Madly Standout 3:57
- 10 Pretty Pink Ribbon 3:08
- 11 World of Two 3:40
Release Date
July 24, 2001
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
36 min 56 sec
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