Tones

Eric Johnson (Rock) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 25, 1990)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Reprise / Wea
• ASIN: B000002L8X
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #88,699 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Digitally remastered edition of the Rock/Jazz guitarist's 1986 major label debut album. Eric Johnson is one of the most respected guitarists in the music industry. He only puts out an album every few years, but when he does, they create a lot of buzz. One of his most well known albums was his Warner Brothers debut, Tones. It has been out of print for a while now, and fans will be happy to have it back. Wounded Bird. 2010. --This text refers to an alternate Audio CD edition.

Customer Reviews

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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A really nice album., August 30, 2000

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sauerkraut - See all my reviews

This review is from: Tones (Audio CD)

Eric Johnson is a very proficient and impressive guitarist. I've always enjoyed listening to Tones and respect his guitar playing prowess. I also like his singing. Tones consists of nine tracks--four of the tracks are instrumentals. The album's musicianship is tight and skilled. The production and songwriting are also good and solid. My favorite songs are "Friends" and "Emerald Eyes." Both of these tunes are melodious and feature nice vocals from Eric Johnson. The chorus of "Emerald Eyes" is infectious. I'm glad I have Tones in my collection. It's a good piece of music. Worth a listen.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars DON'T LISTEN AND DRIVE, October 28, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Tones (Audio CD)

This piece of work is best listened to whilst driving. The power and depth of most tracks are such that make it very difficult to not drive fast. (hence the warning) Don't get me wrong, this is not for those who just want loud "noise", this is for anyone who enjoys clarity of sound and precision guitar work. This man is an outstanding example of a guitar craftsman. He does't just play the instrument. He and instrument become one.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Eric Johnson's 1st Album, February 18, 2002

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john molina (Los Angeles (LAX), California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Tones (Audio CD)

Tones, Eric Johnson's 1986 debut album, highlights virtuoso performances by one of the most agile, engaging and innovative young guitarists in modern music. I know Eric Johnson's old band back in 1975 with The Electromagnets. Tones features nine original cuts written or co-written by Johnson, including the blistering instrumentals "Victory", "Zap", "Desert Song" and "Soulful Terrain." A great starting place for those not familiar with Eric Johnson's brand of guitar magic. This album was recorded in August 28 through November 17, 1985.