Herb Alpert - Keep Your Eye On Me (1987) CD Rip

“Keep Your Eye On Me” (1987) by Herb Alpert is a polished and contemporary jazz-funk album that reflects the artist’s successful adaptation to the evolving sound of the late 1980s. Released on A&M Records, the album blends Alpert’s signature trumpet style with modern production elements, including electronic instrumentation, groove-oriented rhythms, and pop-influenced arrangements.

The title track, “Keep Your Eye On Me,” stands out as a major highlight, combining smooth melodies with a danceable beat and featuring a strong vocal presence that aligns with the era’s crossover appeal. Throughout the album, Alpert balances instrumental sophistication with accessible songwriting, as heard in tracks like “Diamonds” and “Making Love In The Rain,” the latter showcasing a lush, romantic atmosphere enhanced by layered production.

Musically, the album leans into funk-infused basslines, crisp drum programming, and glossy synthesizers, while still maintaining the melodic warmth of Alpert’s trumpet. Pieces such as “Traffic Jam” and “Rocket To The Moon” emphasize groove and rhythm, while “Stranger On The Shore” offers a more reflective closing moment.

Overall, “Keep Your Eye On Me” represents a successful fusion of jazz tradition with 80s pop and funk sensibilities, making it a notable entry in Herb Alpert’s diverse and enduring career.

Tracklist:
1. Keep Your Eye On Me (5:13)
2. Hot Shot (3:56)
3. Diamonds (4:53)
4. Traffic Jam (3:16)
5. Can Man Do (5:26)
6. Pillow (4:32)
7. Our Song (3:55)
8. Making Love In The Rain (5:56)
9. Rocket To The Moon (3:52)
10. Stranger On The Shore (2:54)