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  | BUCKY PIZZARELLI / JOHN, PIZZARELLI ~ LIVE AT THE VINEYARD THEATRE
CHALLENGE 70025 ~ USA ~ Jazz
AMG Review: This 1987 concert at New York´s Vineyard Theatre pairs two fine guitarists, Bucky PizzarelliFind albums by this artist and his equally talented son, John PizzarelliFind albums by this artist. The two players fit effortlessly hand in glove, no matter who is soloing at a given time, as they work their way through classic standards ("Three Little Words"), jazz classics ("Do Nothin´ Till You Hear From Me"), pop favorites ("Route 66"), and creative medleys (such as the combination of the famous movement from Rodrigo´s "Guitar Concerto" with Chick CoreaFind albums by this artist´s "Spain"). John Pizzarelli also adds warm vocals to several tracks. Concert and recording producer Richard SudhalterFind albums by this artist also contributed the enlightening liner notes, most of which is a transcript of a compilation of interviews done with both musicians at the time of the performance and some eight years later. With the CD cover declaring it to be a limited edition, it is well worth making a high-priority purchase.
| | Updated: 11/06/2022Posted: | CD 1 Recommend To A Friend |
  | JAMES TAYLOR ~ OCTOBER ROAD
COLUMBIA 074646358429 (Barcode: 074646358429) ~ USA ~ Classic Rock
Recorded: 2001 - 2002 Released: 2002
This is the 15th studio album by legendary American singer / songwriter James TaylorFind albums by this artist. The album presents twelve songs, ten of which were written by Taylor. On the album he is accompanied by some of the best American studio musicians, many associated with Jazz, like drummer Steve GaddFind albums by this artist, keyboardist Larry GoldingsFind albums by this artist, saxophonist Michael BreckerFind albums by this artist, guitarist John PizzarelliFind albums by this artist and others.
Since his debut released in 1968 Taylor continues to create a steady stream of refined albums, mostly based on his own songwriting, which over time accumulated to one of the most significant American Rock songbooks. His personal musical style remains pretty unaffected over time and his sincere, heartfelt lyrics and beautiful melodies are all timeless gems.
Overall, this is a beautiful collection of songs, sung with great emotion and accompanied by superb musicians, which for any Classic Rock fan is a no brainer. Once familiar with Taylor’s songwriting, one simply never gets tired of his creations!
| | Updated: 11/06/2022Posted: 11/06/2022 | CD 1 Recommend To A Friend |
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