STEVE MORSE: MAJOR IMPACTS 2

Again Steve has put out a collection of new music written in the style of people he listened to and learned from over the years. There is a less obvious connection between what we recognize as Steve's style and the way he plays on this CD versus the first Major Impacts. On the first disc, you could hear a lot of Steve's style in the songs he played, and could readily make the connection between the influence and his style. Here, that connection is less obvious. However, the joyous, upbeat nature of Steve's writing and playing shines through on all the compositions. Those who like to hear Steve pick at impossible tempos will enjoy "Air on a 6 String" and "Tri-County Barn Dance". "Wooden Music", a tribute to CSNY, could snap anyone out of the deepest depression. Excellent music played by an American master of the guitar.