Keyboardist Bob James and acoustic guitarist Earl Klugh struck gold with this session, recently reissued on CD. The formula hasn't changed much in succeeding years. Both Kgh and James are capable musicians; they demonstrat... more »ed on this collection of light, innocuous melodies a high degree of professionalism. Klugh is a first-rate guitarist whose solos are concise and nicely delivered and James' Keyboard playing is good and crisp.« less
Keyboardist Bob James and acoustic guitarist Earl Klugh struck gold with this session, recently reissued on CD. The formula hasn't changed much in succeeding years. Both Kgh and James are capable musicians; they demonstrated on this collection of light, innocuous melodies a high degree of professionalism. Klugh is a first-rate guitarist whose solos are concise and nicely delivered and James' Keyboard playing is good and crisp.
Al V. (Al) from HOOVER, AL Reviewed on 10/21/2006...
Wow! Some nice stuff here. Yes it's an old CD but she's a goodie. As a side note for Food Network Fans. Doc Gibbs, now famous for providing musical exclamation points on the Emeril LeGasse show is the percussionist on this CD. Gary King does a nice job on bass too.
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CD Reviews
GREAT Easy Listening, background music
10/26/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is a classic CD with easy listening jazz music. It has an upbeat sound that is great to listen to or have in background while entertaining. I really enjoy this CD and it is one of those albums that give you a good feeling, and you love to recognize in restaurants"
One of a trio of classic collaborations.
Chadwick H. Saxelid | Concord, CA United States | 03/29/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is the second pairing of Earl Klugh and Bob James and it is a smooth, soft ride. Sandstorm is my personal favorite, with The Falcon coming in second. Great to underscore a quiet evening at home, or to listen to on the commute home from a bad day at work to calm down. I give it my highest recommendation."
Fantastic "Contemporary Jazz"!
T. Smith | 05/15/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Whether you call it "smooth" or "contemporary" or 'whatever' jazz, this is one of the better albums of the genre.
Both Klugh and James are outright stars in their own right, and the three collaborative efforts produced by this pairing reflect that well. This is my favorite of the three. I first heard this years ago while frequenting Tacoma Station, a bar/restaurant just outside The District. This is what they played in the house, as background music, while the jazz bands were preparing to perform. It is perfect as "dinner" music that entertains without protruding. Turn it up if you want to enjoy the virtuosity of the maestros.
I love the way "The Falcon" starts slowly and builds to a powerful finish, and the funk of radio-popular (in 1982) "Whiplash". My favorite, without a doubt, is "Wes" - what a beautiful song, a beautiful melody, and great exchanges between Klugh and James as the song closes.
You will not be diappointed with this collection. Enjoy."