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have not heard all the songs from this cd yet,but i met earl in playa del carmen,nov 2008 and what a treat to talk to him as well,highlight of my life.
Not just Earl on his guitar (brilliant and talented as he is) with the same old same old. Before purchasing this album I read the reviews on Amazon and was very impressed and encouraged and felt I wouldn't be disappointed with this CD. Upbeat and bluesy. You too, will not be disappointed
You can play it over and over and still forget what's coming next. I love the unpredictability. LOVE IT. Toe tapping.
Fun. Funky. I play it in my gift shop and it's just so perfect in every way. But with wonderful combination of other instruments, such as the alto and the bass flute, and various guitars (classical, bass, electric, acoustic).
Diverse. Eclectic. Laid back and soulful.
The quality of the smooth jazz he performs is top notch. Klugh"s work never lets one down.
I love it. this CD will be enjoyed both by guitar afficiandos and by those who enjoy latin jazz. A beautiful and soothing combo of Earl's fine skills (and those of his group) and some relaxing acoustic latin jazz.
It is more of a showcase of his original compositions and a few notable standards each rendered in an eloquently tasteful manner. This recording will surely give a delightful listening adventure not only to fans of Earl Klugh, but also to anyone who appreciates lovely guitar music and a talented musician such as Mr.
With my heartfelt recommendation. Klugh.
"I wanted to create something that would encompass a wide spectrum of directions: solo, standards, originals, electronic, acoustic and orchestral. In addition, Klugh reinvents and revives a rarely recorded Thelonious Monk melody "Bye Ya" with a new groove that shows off his skilled guitar riffs.
You'll love it as much as I do. I wanted to make a recording that would reflect where I am at this moment in my life, and something I am proud to present to my fans." ~ Earl Klugh ~True to his word, multi-Grammy winner, Earl Klugh made his conception into fruition with this latest offering from one of the best guitarists ever, "The Spice of Life," a beautiful album that contains thirteen tracks.
The lush orchestrations of a fine arranger/conductor and also a multi-Grammy winner, Don Sebesky, can be heard on my top three favorites from this set; the smooth and breezy "Canadian Sunset," a gorgeous French classic, "C'est Si Bon" and a charming all-time gem of a tune, "My Foolish Heart." From among his original compositions marked by pleasing harmonic chords, I so enjoyed the opener "Ocean Blue," "Morning In Rio," "Driftin'" and "Venezuelan Nights," a tribute to one of his favorite classical guitarists/composers, Antonio Lauro from Venezuela whose transcriptions truly impressed Klugh when he was young.
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