There's always warm insinuation in the sound of Kim Waters's soprano saxophone, a summoning of moonlit vistas and invitations to romance. The rhythms change from overt to understated here, and the melodies have their own i... more »ndividual appeal, but Waters's strength is his consistency, an ability to keep the music simple and the emotional focus clear. Whether it's a ballad or a faster tune, Waters maintains the cool propulsion of the subtlest R&B, masterfully inflecting his every phrase. Meli'sa Morgan's sultry voice makes the soul classic "Am I the Same Girl" a gem, and Chuck Loeb's guitar shines on the two tunes that he co-composed and produced, "Secrets Told" and "Up All Night." --Adam Rains« less
There's always warm insinuation in the sound of Kim Waters's soprano saxophone, a summoning of moonlit vistas and invitations to romance. The rhythms change from overt to understated here, and the melodies have their own individual appeal, but Waters's strength is his consistency, an ability to keep the music simple and the emotional focus clear. Whether it's a ballad or a faster tune, Waters maintains the cool propulsion of the subtlest R&B, masterfully inflecting his every phrase. Meli'sa Morgan's sultry voice makes the soul classic "Am I the Same Girl" a gem, and Chuck Loeb's guitar shines on the two tunes that he co-composed and produced, "Secrets Told" and "Up All Night." --Adam Rains
CD Reviews
Not his best CD, but very good none the less
12/11/1999
(4 out of 5 stars)
"This album is not Kim Waters' best album, but it is still very good. The first couple tracks are the best. The improvisations and melodies are very good, but a lot of it sounds the same."
Kim Waters Outdoes Himself Again!
07/06/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is his 2nd Shanachie Jazz release and it is a beautiful if short album of wonderful and embracing songs~! My favorites are Secrets Told and Mr. Smooth. I hope he makes more like this!"
Loved it!
lrcross | 02/09/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Not a single track on Kim's CD is disappointing! Every minute of the smooth sax's sing is great! I am a new fan!"
Soulfully and Sensually Delicious
Michael Romeo | Palmer, Alaska United States | 06/17/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Where has this guy been? This is my second CD of his that I have in my collection now and its delicious. His soprano sax has to be the smoothest on the jazz airwaves. The cut " Secrets Told " is absolutely gorgeous. Its almost in the same vain as his previous work Love's melody and the cut " Easy Going ". In my opinion what makes this album besides Kim's fabulous sax playing is his back-up band and the studio mixing. Also included in this delious CD is Will Lee, Chuck Loeb and Andy Snitzer on a couple of cuts. Man what more could you ask for other then a glass of wine and your lady @ your side."
Quiet Storm Smooth Jazz At It's Best
Derrick Dunn | Woodbridge,VA | 01/02/2007
(4 out of 5 stars)
"As a man who is known into his grown & sexy mode I know when it comes to music there's got to be a perfect mixture of romance, groove and a strong melody that you can hum along to after the first listen. Jazz is no expection and I always entertain guests with my mix CD'S. Kim Water's cover of Fournate is a jazz lover's paradise ."
Track Listings (10) - Disc #1