Chris Isaak (album)

Chris Isaak is the second album by Chris Isaak, released in 1987. After the poor commercial success of his debut, Isaak honed his style to a sophisticated R&B for his follow-up. It was the first album to feature his entire backing band, composed of guitarist James Calvin Wilsey, bassist Rowland Salley and drummer Kenny Dale Johnson.

Chris Isaak
Studio album by
ReleasedMarch 10, 1987
Recorded1986
Genre
  • Rock and roll
  • rockabilly
Length36:05
LabelWarner Bros.
ProducerErik Jacobsen
Chris Isaak chronology
Silvertone
(1985)
Chris Isaak
(1987)
Heart Shaped World
(1989)
Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
AllMusic
The Rolling Stone Album Guide
Select4/5
The Village VoiceB

The song "Blue Hotel" was a hit in France, and in the U.K. after being re-released in 1991 making the Top 20.

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