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Back in the '70s, when
was launching his career with easy grooving, melodic solo albums like
and his Grammy winning
collaboration with
, he probably had no idea he was helping lay the foundations for the later
phenomenon. Throughout the '80s and '90s, tracks by the 13-time Grammy nominated Detroit-born composer and acoustic guitarist became staples of that format -- but he took a sudden leave of absence after his single
date,
, in 1999. Emerging in sweetly eloquent style from a six-year studio hiatus, he gets back to his warm-toned basics on his
debut -- which will easily remind longtime fans of his one previous stripped down,
-heavy gem, 1989's
. Another masterpiece of fingerstyle
guitar, the new collection features intimate solo interpretations of 13
and
classics, as well as
a beloved tune from
's self-titled 1976 solo debut that he wrote in 1971 -- a fitting closing track that in many ways brings his career full circle. Although fans of his more
-oriented material may grow impatient,
explores a deeper artistry putting his indelible stamp on well-known tunes (
) as well as slightly more obscure pieces. He also puts a uniquely
twist on a lesser-known song by film composer
,
Overall, this is a welcome return from a true master of his instrument. ~ Jonathan Widran