"Moon magic isn't the five-star gem I discovered in The Gypsy. If you haven't yet had the pleasure of listening to, what I consider THE greatest jazz guitar album ever, then you must pick up on The Gypsy. Not only does Jackie King play..., but Willie Nelson comes along for the ride, providing vocals on four tracks and some pretty flashy guitar work of his own. But Moon magic is more than ample guitar virtruosity. Jackie King gets my vote as the most under-rated contemporay musician. These two fine albums should prove to all the uninitiated what a suberb musician he really is."
Clear thinking and techniquely astounding
Annie Cole | 07/15/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"A must for all guitar players. So brilliantly produced that the production is invisible. They must have gone to the studio and just played."
Wes on meth!
Ben Andrews | Redding, Ca. | 01/13/2000
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Jackie rips! If you like really fast, bright Texas-swing guitar, here it is. I first heard Jackie when I stumbled across him playing at a coffee shop here in Redding, Ca.(surprize) He was playing so many notes while still remaining melodic and interesting. His solos never got boring. He's a true jazz guitarist. It's all here on this album so check it out.(This would be good to start with if you aren't really into jazz yet.)"
This cd rules, the other two reviews are kaka !
Ben Andrews | 07/15/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I bought this CD and love it! From reading the two previously posted reviews, I'd say there's a disgruntled ex-employee, jilted girlfriend or someone in need of a new stereo system. The recording quality is excellent, the guitar playing is nothing short of phenomenal. Jackie King's solos are intricately wound around the melodic themes of these beautiful songs. Bassist Wilbur Krebbs' solos are playful and inspired; drummer Michael Aragon is tasty and dynamic.Moon Magic is sophisticated yet accessible to anyone who loves guitar. I definitely encourage all guitar enthusiasts as well as jazz lovers to buy this CD."