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I think this album is one that can be appreciated by jazz and non-jazz lovers alike. Anyone who appreciates music of any kind can fall in love with this album. I've been listening to this album since my dad bought it 7 yrs. ago. I'm 16 now. Being exposed to this music at a young age instilled in me love of not only jazz but all genres of music. As the reviewers have said before this album really does move you. It just makes you feel good. You can't listen to this without a smile spreading over your face. It's the kind of album that gives you shivers because it's so good. You won't have any regrets after listening.

This CD really opened me up to a new world of guitar. This is the first smooth jazz CD I've ever had. My grandpa dug out an old dusty box of CDs and at the very bottom of the box was this. He played Across the Sand for me and it blew me away. The beats and vocals and guitar are just awesome.

This is a fantasic collection of easy going and catchy beats with wonderfully varied vocals. I just love the singing without using words. The only singing with actual words is in Doin' It, which is still a kickin song. The guitar is smooth and refreshing, especially if you want to hear great guitar without distortion or other effects. Just the smooth sound of a classical guitar in the mellow grooves of Earl Klugh's music. I can easily listen to this CD the whole way through. I do it all the time while I'm reading, on the internet, or whatever. The transitions from song to song were done nicely and the choice of Across the Sand 2 as the ending song was a perfect idea. It leaves you enjoying every last second of it as that last song fades out.

What do you want music to do for you? Most everybody wants music that has some emotional appeal or moves them somehow. Sure it's subjective, a matter of taste and very individualistic but I would find it hard to believe that there isn't something in this Klugh album that strikes a responsive chord in all of us.

This however is not classical jazz. It's not heavy, smoky or moody. It is pop jazz and so be it. Easy listening, Sunday afternoon, breezy feeling, light jazz. The songs may not stay with you long and the rhythm may be quickly forgotten but while you're listening you are in another place and I'll bet that 'Across the Sand' 'Tiptoein' 'Big Turtle River' and 'Doin It' will have you Moving in no time. All in all a fine collection of work by Earl Klugh and a thorougly enjoyable listening experience.

Earl Klugh is a master of his craft, his style and music speaks volumes of what he's capable of. This early 90's work is STILL a great indicator of what this man was capable of, and what he still had in store for us. I've seen him in concert MANY times and VERY few do it as well. Pick this one up if you're looking to "fill in" your Jazz collection and pick it up if you're an Earl Klugh fan and this one slipped by you!

Unlike the superior cynic who knows all, I claim not to but I do know this; the CD kicks with some fun sounds if you listen (key word) to it more than once. That's the problem with most setting in the LazyBoy playing armchair quaterback.

As a musician, I've learned to listen and to listen again. There is something redeeming to most things--except caprice and knee-jerk opinions by the Amazon initial review! Rewind it and listen again with an open mind! It is a great CD for riding with the top down in the summer and fall seasons!

Give it a chance. Someone gave the editor at Amazon one!

Respectfully, Brian G. Jett

Thank you, Brian Jett, for redeeming the other comments. It is always true that Earl has a point and meaning in mind, and he does here. Moved and be moved. Act as if ye had faith, and faith shall be given unto you. These are no small things, and Earl does not overlook them. May we all see as clearly as Klugh.

even though this is not one of the most popular pieces by the master,as he has said at more than one of earls live concerts,its one of the most underrated.when you listen to big turtle river for the first time,it will make you feel so good you will listen to it over and over again.i also like.night walk.both fast paced toe tapping tracks.as always i love his ballads best,but this shows his versatility.a must buy