Alan Parsons Project
Eye In The Sky
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

1982 Original. Includes The Custom Inner Sleeve. "Eye in the Sky" marked a pivotal moment for the Alan Parsons Project, both commercially and artistically. Following previous successes such as "The Turn of a Friendly Card," the album showcased the collaborative strengths of Alan Parsons and Eric Woolfson, merging conceptual ambition with accessible pop sensibilities. Notably, it opens with the instrumental "Sirius," which segues seamlessly into the title track—a combination that has achieved iconic status, particularly as "Sirius" became a staple introduction at sporting events. The album’s production reflects Parsons’ background as an audio engineer, with carefully layered synthesizers, lush harmonies, and polished studio techniques.

Lyrically and thematically, "Eye in the Sky" explores ideas of surveillance and control, inspired in part by George Orwell's "1984" and the growing presence of technology in society. Songs like "Eye in the Sky" and "Psychobabble" meditate on themes of observation, trust, and manipulation, resonating with listeners during a time of technological advancement and social change in the early 1980s. The album’s commercial success, particularly the title track’s ascent into the top tiers of international charts, solidified the Alan Parsons Project's reputation for blending progressive rock elements with radio-friendly hooks. "Eye in the Sky" endures as the group’s most successful and influential release, both reflecting and shaping the musical landscape of its era.