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Summary: Very pleasurable
Comment: 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. I play it in my gift shop and it's just so perfect in every way. Upbeat and bluesy. Eclectic. Fun. Laid back and soulful. Diverse. Not just Earl on his guitar (brilliant and talented as he is) with the same old same old!! But with wonderful combination of other instruments, such as the alto and the bass flute, and various guitars (classical, bass, electric, acoustic). Funky. Toe tapping. LOVE IT. You can play it over and over and still forget what's coming next!! I love the unpredictability! You too, will not be disappointed

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Summary: Great Jazz
Comment: Klugh"s work never lets one down. The quality of the smooth jazz he performs is top notch.

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Summary: Acoustic jazz guitar at its best
Comment: 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. I love it.

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Summary: Earl Klugh Is Flawlessly Playing The Spice of Life . . . C'est Si Bon
Comment: "I wanted to create something that would encompass a wide spectrum of directions: solo, standards, originals, electronic, acoustic and orchestral. 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. It is more of a showcase of his original compositions and a few notable standards each rendered in an eloquently tasteful manner. 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. 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.

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. Klugh.

With my heartfelt recommendation. You'll love it as much as I do.

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Customer Rating:
Summary: Wonderful!
Comment: This is the first album of Earl Klugh's I've heard. I'm really enjoying it. Some pieces are warm, sunny, and optimistic; others are intimate, tender, and emotional. All are beautiful.

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