John Klemmer - Touch (1975) {MFSL 1-006} 24-bit/96kHz Vinyl Rip & CD-compatible

Posted By : Dr. Robert | Date : 16 Sep 2011 22:59:38 | Comments : 8 |

John Klemmer came onto the contemporary jazz scene in 1975 with his debut Touch, an album that spoke directly to smooth jazzbos of this era with a lilting sax line and various instrumental interpretations, lending it a distinctly mid -70's sound. However, do not be dissuaded by the stamp of 1970's jazz trends; this is a worthy effort for any jazz fan to include in his/her collection, simply because it is beautiful music.

The overall impression left by Touch is one of relaxation. The opening track, "Touch", implores the listener to slink away to the land of guilty pleasures..... while delivering in a pristine manner. "Waterwheels" sounds as though it might have been a nice lullaby for the tots of this era, including myself, born the summer of this album's release. All of the songs have a stand-out quality, products of a real musician with a hypnotic power. Feel free to stop the album after track seven; " Walk With Me My Love and Dream" is cheesy, at best, odd at worst. Clever, I suppose, if one takes this as a concept album of romance, relaxation and wonder, but it comes off as a very bad Barry White rip-off set to cloying music. It ruined my overall take-away the first time around, but in context, one stumble amid greatness is forgivable.

Prepare for a major dose of 70's flavor, but definitely make "Touch" a part of your musical library if you enjoy smooth jazz.

AllMusic 4/5 Stars

Track Listing
All tracks composed by John Klemmer

A1 "Touch" - 6:46
A2 "Glass Dolphins" - 3:25
A3 "Waterwheels" - 7:09
A4 "Free Fall Lover" - 6:46
B1 "Sleeping Eyes" - 6:53
B2 "Body Pulse" - 5:26
B3 "Tone Row Weaver" - 7:58
B4 "Walk With Me My Love And Dream" - 4:00

Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab – MFSL 1-006
Format: LP Limited Edition
Country: US
Released: 1975 (MFSL 1978)
Genre: Jazz
Style: Soul-Jazz, Smooth Jazz

Credits

* Management – Bill Siddons
* Mastered By [Half Speed Master Lacquers] – Stan Ricker
* Photography By, Artwork – Norman Seeff
* Producer – Stephan Goldman
* Written-By, Composed By, Arranged By, Producer – John Klemmer

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Posted By: Dreasy Date: 17 Sep 2011 01:53:01

Thanks Doc, good DR indeed

Posted By: Ghost of Hedonism Date: 17 Sep 2011 08:18:08

Hey, great ... I love this record. Would be a great listen as Doc's quality rip. Thank you, you made my day.

Posted By: Mr. Greats Date: 17 Sep 2011 09:35:11

Thank you Doc.

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Rip and sound is wonderful.

Posted By: the whistling goatswain Date: 17 Sep 2011 10:50:21

Thanks Doc, more new music to try out.

Posted By: musicman13 Date: 17 Sep 2011 16:28:15

Doc, This album has always held a special place for me, but to hear it in 24/96, is beyond amazing. Many thanks!!

Posted By: wormdp Date: 18 Sep 2011 20:21:58

Thanks again Doc, this is one I used to own also. Brings back memories!! Keep it up!

Posted By: staygroovy Date: 21 Sep 2011 16:05:19

Just finished listening to the 24/96

Absolutely excellent! Thank you!

Posted By: SemperHiFi Date: 07 Jan 2012 07:54:53

Thanks, Doc. This was always a favorite of mine, and this rip sounds fantastic.

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