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CHuck Leavell - Southscape

EmEl | Worcester, MA United States | 09/23/2005

(4 out of 5 stars)

"This is an interesting diversion for Leavell. Best known for his work with the Allman Brothers Band and The Rolling Stones this is quite a departure. I saw Chuck sit in with the ABB in MA this past summer and his contribution and interpay with the band was great. On Southscape Chuck surrounds himself with a very fluid rhythm section and flourishes are added by guitarist Larry Carlton and multi-instrumentalist and fellow southern star, Randall Bramblett. A really good, interesting effort. Jazz with a southern flavor? A good listen - relaxing and well thought out. Nice in the background on the patio or deck.

4****"

Chuck Leavell Nails It

James F. Conner II | Gainesville, FL United States | 10/03/2008

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I have been a long-time of Leavell's work and have enjoyed his solo work,his band Sea Level, and all his work with the Allmans and Stones. No better session player exists. Chuck can find the perfect lick to take an artist's song to new heights. He is flawless as a session man.



There are many gems to pick from in Leavell's repetoire and certainly Sea Level is at the top of my Leavell ladder. Southscape is one album I came to belatedly. Not sure why I had not listened to it by now. in Southscape, Chuck nails his target of musical sophistication, sense of groove, melodic themes, and generally funky rock and roll. I highly recommend this album.



To top it all off, Chuck is a fine family man, businessman, farmer, and environmental advocate. Leavell graces the music industry and honors his Bama Jama roots.



Buy Southscape. You will not be disappointed."

A Tad Disappointing

Jody | Northwest Ohio | 06/29/2009

(3 out of 5 stars)

"I'm a huge fan of Chuck Leavell's, but I found this album a bit lacking. I much prefer Sea Level and the lovely Forever Blue. Not saying it's not a great CD, just not my favorite. It seems to me to be a little cliched and tries just a little too hard. Perhaps Mr. Leavell intended to create a 'Southern Suite' and that's how it should be listened to.



Again just my opinion, but I thought Southscape was not nearly as melodic and well, charming as some of Mr. Leavell's other work. Still good patio music, and still better than lots of other music around, but Sea Level and Forever Blue get a lot more play than this one."