December 6, 1991

Melody is what Enya ultimately delivers, from the irresistible balladry of "How Can I Keep from Singing" to the lullaby-like refrain of "Marble Halls."

December 6, 1991

If you are in the mood to mellow out, this is the soundtrack.

December 6, 1991

The last Enya album, "Watermark," sold four million copies worldwide. Even though it's made from nearly identical harmonious blueprints, this one is better.

December 6, 1991

Her rolling rhythms are hypnotic and will appeal to the Clannad/Capercaille audience.

December 7, 1991

Enya makes ethereal music, but the beauty of her soprano and the quality of the lyrics make her work stand apart from most albums of this ilk.

December 7, 1991

Friendly but unchallenging, "Shepherd Moons" fails to eclipse her previous efforts.

December 8, 1991

Enough to make a George Winston record sound absolutely riveting.

December 9, 1991

A seamless, introspective drone, which is undoubtedly the perfect background companion for working on the old butterfly collection.

December 12, 1991

Even more so than on her previous "Watermark" album, the breathy, ethereal vocal harmonies and lush keyboards, layered by producer Nicky Ryan, exert a powerful attraction.

December 12, 1991

Enya's music communicates basically two emotions: ineffable sadness or otherworldly bliss. Which is great for a song or three, but becomes monotonous over an entire album.