Ocean Eyes Owl City

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  • Release Date: 07/28/2009
  • Sales Rank: 44
  • Label: REPUBLIC
  • UPC: 602527108223

Listener Rating: (21 ratings)

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Track List
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Ocean Eyes

1LISTENCave In 4:02
2LISTENThe Bird and the Worm 3:27
3LISTENHello Seattle 2:47
4LISTENUmbrella Beach 3:50
5LISTENThe Saltwater Room 4:02
6LISTENDental Care 3:11
7LISTENMeteor Shower 2:13
8LISTENOn the Wing 5:01
9LISTENFireflies 3:48
10LISTENThe Tip of the Iceberg 3:22
11LISTENVanilla Twilight 3:51
12LISTENTidal Wave 3:10

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Editorial Reviews

Filled with bubbling electronics and light, G-rated club anthems, Ocean Eyes sets its sights on the MySpace generation, targeting the younger siblings of those who bought the Postal Service's Give Up six years earlier. This is computerized pop music, replete with programmed drum loops, digital symphonies, and all the amenities of modern recording software. Only Adam Young's vocals carry a hint of human presence, and his fanciful lyrics -- which turn even the most mundane content (see "Dental Care," a good ol' fashioned ode to oral hygiene) into whimsy -- serve to strengthen the album's escapist appeal. Such syrupy sweetness builds to a feverish pitch throughout the album's 12 tracks, peaking during the viral sensation "Hey Seattle" and its sonic cousin, "On the Wing." Those who don't have a sweet tooth should stay away, but Ocean Eyes will serve as a tasty dessert for those who can stomach it. ~ Andrew LeaheyMySpace generation, targeting the younger siblings of those who bought the Postal Service's Give Up six years earlier. This is computerized pop music, replete with programmed drum loops, digital symphonies, and all the amenities of modern recording software. Only Adam Young's vocals carry a hint of human presence, and his fanciful lyrics -- which turn even the most mundane content (see "Dental Care," a good ol' fashioned ode to oral hygiene) into whimsy -- serve to strengthen the album's escapist appeal. Such syrupy sweetness builds to a feverish pitch throughout the album's 12 tracks, peaking during the viral sensation "Hey Seattle" and its sonic cousin, "On the Wing." Those who don't have a sweet tooth should stay away, but Ocean Eyes will serve as a tasty dessert for those who can stomach it. Andrew Leahey, All Music Guide

Customer Reviews

Cheap Plastic Knockoffby humblefool

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December 02, 2009: I loved the Postal Service. Give Up had strong lyrics, well-crafted melodies, and a good coheasiveness.

Owl City, on the other hand, takes everything that was good about the Postal Service and tries to clone it, shamelessly. And comes close enough that you can hear the good idea here, but it falls flat on its face with the execution. The singer's voice has been run though the auto-tune so ham-fistedly that it sounds like a robot singing, and the lyrics aren't even worth discussing. The beats are uninspired, and the entire package grates on the nerves. Fortunately, I can change the channel when Fireflies comes on the radio; I can't do so when the CD comes on at work. My sanity wishes I could.

Old Tracks and New Tracks in Wonderful Harmony!by BubbaMeadows

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November 20, 2009: I've been a listener of Owl City for a year and a half now.

I've enjoyed everything Adam has done

This album has the old songs I love, and refreshing new ones!

If you need cheering up, or if you just want to have an even happier day, take a listen to this album.

You'll find yourself wanting to dance to the awesome instrumental bridges.

And, you might have a hard time getting the lyrics out of your head!


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