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Singer, songwriter and Louisiana slide guitar phenom Sonny Landreth's first studio album in five years unites his band with a who's who of musical guests for a set of all-original roots rock tinged with the blues and New Orleans soul. Featured guitarists and vocalists include Eric Clapton, Mark Knopfler, Vince Gill, Eric Johnson, Robben Ford, Dr. John and Jimmy Buffett.
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43 of 43 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I've been a diehard fan since South of I-10. With each CD release, I'd say "No way can he top this one". Time and again he does just that. I believe many Sonny fans will agree that while he's widely known among his peers, he's seemingly unnoticed by the general public. While that is a shame, it has made Sonny approachable at many of his shows where he has proven time and again that he's a gracious human being.
When Eric Clapton appeared with Sonny onstage at Crossroads Guitar Festival (2), those who have seen the DVD have said "At last! Sonny is getting the recognition he deserves!"
For the subscribers of Slidelines, ([...]) we learned about and awaited eagerly for this CD. Now it's here and once again, his talent shines through.
Add into the mix the incredible talents of Eric Clapton, Robben Ford, Vince Gill, Dr. John, Jimmy Buffet, Mark Knopfler and more, makes this one of the best buys for your money. Every song is well-written, performed, and produced.
I'm always anticipating the next CD from Sonny, however, I can safely say that "From the Reach" will be played many, many times until then.
When Eric Clapton appeared with Sonny onstage at Crossroads Guitar Festival (2), those who have seen the DVD have said "At last! Sonny is getting the recognition he deserves!"
For the subscribers of Slidelines, ([...]) we learned about and awaited eagerly for this CD. Now it's here and once again, his talent shines through.
Add into the mix the incredible talents of Eric Clapton, Robben Ford, Vince Gill, Dr. John, Jimmy Buffet, Mark Knopfler and more, makes this one of the best buys for your money. Every song is well-written, performed, and produced.
I'm always anticipating the next CD from Sonny, however, I can safely say that "From the Reach" will be played many, many times until then.
26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
By Steve
Format:Audio CD
As a die hard Landreth fan, I sure got plenty of his incredible slide work on this cd. But the treat is the interplay of the different tones and styles of his guest guitarists and vocalists. This isn't one of those duet albums where guests join in on the hosts songs...Sonny wrote the individual songs for particular guests, and hearing their work highlighted against Sonny's slide guitar is just great. The sound is fantastic, and with Dave Ranson and Mike Burch providing the bass and drums, you get one of the best rhythm sections on the planet. 10 stars...5 for each ear.
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zeke
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Okay, the key things you need to know:
~This is the BEST Sonny Landreth album so far (considering the beauts he's recorded previously, that's saying a lot).
~While the guests add plenty of their own fragrant spices to the gumbo, the core flavor is Landreth: boiling blues rock, crisp zydeco riffs, meaty funk, and simmering, sinuous rills.
Every song on the menu is exciting in its own way: there are nuances of country and jazz and spacy electronica, along with a ballad to refresh the palate. It's all here, baby--everything you want from the slide master. You'll be lining up for seconds after the first taste!
~This is the BEST Sonny Landreth album so far (considering the beauts he's recorded previously, that's saying a lot).
~While the guests add plenty of their own fragrant spices to the gumbo, the core flavor is Landreth: boiling blues rock, crisp zydeco riffs, meaty funk, and simmering, sinuous rills.
Every song on the menu is exciting in its own way: there are nuances of country and jazz and spacy electronica, along with a ballad to refresh the palate. It's all here, baby--everything you want from the slide master. You'll be lining up for seconds after the first taste!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Revelation!
I've heard of Sonny Landreth for years but never really availed myself until now... When I saw this album as a $5 special on Amazon, I figured "Why not? Read more
Published 3 months ago by Don C. Peterson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Sonny Landreth's From the Reach CD
I heard Blue Tarp Blues on the HBO series, Treme (I think episode 8). Shazam could not identify the song or artist. I finally found it on Amazon. Read more
Published 4 months ago by A. Parker
5.0 out of 5 stars
This Is A Grammy Worthy Album!
If you liked the dvd's of Eric Claptons Crossroads Guitar Festivals then you will love this album! This is a Grammy worthy album all the way. Read more
Published 13 months ago by mike
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very Distinguishing Quality
Don,t listen to "John" and his "Keen and Highly Informed Sesibility about the quality of the various forms of music". Read more
Published 19 months ago by Ralph (AKA Phil)
5.0 out of 5 stars
slidin'on
Yepp'r; Just imagine that we could ask 2 slide-guitarist to come together w/ their bands[and Friends] and give us young and ol' bluz artist a fun-filled taste of life-livin'... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Gregory L. Hounchell
2.0 out of 5 stars
NO DISTINGUISHING QUALITY OTHER THAN THE GUITAR PLAYING
I'm going directly against the very positive tide of other amazon reviewers of Sonny Landreth's From The Reach. I am giving From The Reach a two star rating. Read more
Published on December 1, 2010 by John
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wow! Rock and Roll Heaven
This is what the daily mp3 specials are made for. An amazing album that many may have overlooked, including me. For $2.99 this is about the best music bargain out there. Read more
Published on October 14, 2010 by Vortexman
5.0 out of 5 stars
Well Within Reach
The most amazing thing about this album is not just Sonny's razor sharp slide work, or his easy Louisianna tennor, but it's the way you can clearly hear the distict differences in... Read more
Published on May 6, 2010 by pagan43
5.0 out of 5 stars
Outstanding Album
What a great album. There's not a bad cut on the entire CD. Great depth with the guest artists and great selection of material that capitalizes on their strengths. Read more
Published on March 27, 2010 by M. Sanderson
5.0 out of 5 stars
sonny landreth - from the reach
superb! this man can play a guitar and sing as well not to mention he is from louisiana. you will not be disappointed in any cd he has out.
Published on September 10, 2009 by JADEDLADY
