On his 1988 solo effort
Talk to Your Daughter
, singer/guitarist
Robben Ford
proves himself a master of sophisticated
blues-rock
guitar playing. The material is quite strong, and all the musicians perform at the highest level, but it's
Ford
's stellar soloing that makes this release. Fans of flailing '80s
rock
virtuosos would do well to check out
's exceptional work on
. The musician's colorful yet controlled improvising and harmonic mastery is a rare and beautiful sonic treat. The title track is dripping with soulful, well-placed guitar lines that play like a master lesson of up-tempo
blues
phrasing that guitarists would do well to study. Other standouts include
"Born Under a Bad Sign"
and
"Ain't Got Nothin' But the Blues."
The fine arrangements and especially
Vinnie Colaiuta
's sharp drumming are all tightly wound with crisp, clear production that tops off
"Talk to Your Daughter,"
making it a shining success. Listeners fond of
's work with
the Yellowjackets
and numerous side gigs, as well as guitarists and all musicians, should enjoy this very professional, succinctly executed offering. First rate! ~ Vincent Jeffries