| Desire | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Studio album by | |
| Released | August 1982 |
| Studio | Ocean Way Studios (Hollywood, California) |
| Genre | Jazz fusion |
| Length | 36:59 |
| Label | Elektra/Musician |
| Producer | Jeffrey Weber |
Desire is an album by jazz musician Tom Scott, recorded live to two tracks on June 30 and July 1, 1982, in Hollywood. [1] [2]
| Review scores | |
|---|---|
| Source | Rating |
| AllMusic |    [3] |
| The Rolling Stone Jazz Record Guide | [4] |
Billboard magazine called it "predictably broad-based fusion, with nods to contemporary black, pop and rock instrumental styles." [5]
All tracks composed by Tom Scott; except where indicated
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