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Album Description
On "Here and Gone," David Sanborn places his saxophone squarely within the context of the jazz-inflected pop music history that he himself has long been a part of. And while it was conceived as a tribute to his heroes, it inevitably traces his own development as the man who has heroically taken the saxophone to the next level. Few musicians are so closely identified with their instrument that they overshadow their peers, but the iconic David Sanborn truly merits his singular position as a saxophonist, unrivaled as a player who straddles the pop and jazz worlds while commanding respect in both. In pop, he is justly famed for his standout solo on David Bowie's 1975 hit "Young Americans"--one of many celebrated recording projects that evolved out of Sanborn's live supporting roles. Indeed, his matchless tone has additionally been sought to bolster performances by the esteemed likes of Eric Clapton, the Eagles, the Rolling Stones, James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, Miles Davis, Bruce Springsteen and Stevie Wonder--many of whom have likewise gone on to enlist his inimitable sax presence in the studio.

Album Description
Here and Gone is a tribute to the sound of Hank Crawford, David "Fathead" Newman, Ray Charles, etc. Backing Sanborn are Steve Gadd (drums) and Christian McBride (bass). Guests include Eric Clapton, Joss Stone, Sam Moore, Derek Trucks and Anthony Wilson. Here and Gone was produced by yet another legend and longtime friend: Phil Ramone. "Joss is a real phenomenon," Sanborn says. "It takes a forceful talent to take a song "I Believe It to My Soul" that Ray Charles not only wrote but really defined and put your own identity on it." Sanborn, who has been friends with Eric Clapton for many years and a collaborator with him on several previous projects, asked Eric to play on Percy Mayfield's "I'm Gonna Move to the Outskirts of Town." "Fortunately he agreed not only to sing on it but play on it! But he's got such a great understanding of what the music is about and the way it should be presented." Sanborn's song selection - like "I've Got News For You" which features Sam Moore of Sam & Dave fame - gives the listener a glimpse to his sense of humor. From the Label

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4 out of 5 stars

A little too laid-back, but still a solid, 'classic' Sanborn. August 14, 2008
16 out of 16 found this review helpful

David Sanborn is, and has always been, rather better than that. An A-list session player, perhaps best known to the wider world for guesting on David Bowie's "Young Americans", he was also a stalwart of the Brecker Brothers band, and on top form he can lend more content to the crossover jazz format than any other altoist.
His technique is fabulous, his command of harmonics and the high register flawless, and his rich, chewy tone is as dense as molten caramel - and when cooled down, as instantly brittle, too.
He has undoubtedly been a huge influence on the smooth jazz wailers with whom no note goes unornamented and no phrase is not weighed down by the heaviest of emotional baggage.
While his previous album were geared toward the crossover jazz market, on his last few releases, particularly "Timeagain" and "Closer" he's been playing with artists who have pushed him, including top bass players like Christian McBride and Marcus Miller. And his playing has been both soulful and boppish.
Now that crossover jazz has given way to an even more watered-down genre known as smooth jazz, the saxophonist has finally "returned to his roots and influences -- R&B, blues and gospel -- and to the music that saxophone players like David "Fathead" Newman and Hank Crawford were playing in the '50s and '60s".-Michael Walch
Recent Ray Charles tribute albums by John Scofield, David "Fathead' Newman and Maceo Parker have mined this territory in the past few years, and all to greater effect.
Perhaps it's his studio-slick sound that betrays him, but Sanborn has to do a lot more before he can get really down and dirty.
With a core backing band of Russell Malone (guitar), Christian McBride (bass) and Steve Gadd (drums), Sanborn has plenty of room to showcase his chops and from the first cut, "St. Louis Blues", jumps out front with his soulful sax.
Eric Clapton, Joss Stone and Sam Moore lend a hand to craft an understated tribute to sax man Hank Crawford, the great arranger for Ray Charles in the 1950s.
The nine songs unfold in the classic Charles style, big on feeling yet economical in delivery.
The highlights: "St. Louis Blues," "Brother Ray" and "I'm Gonna Move to the Outskirts of Town" specialize in restraint. "The latter features a few tasty guitar licks and a cocktail-lounge vocal by Clapton, above a simmering big-band arrangement".Jim Abbott
Other highlights: "I Believe to My Soul", featuring Joss Stone, who tries her best to sound natural and soulful, and Sam Moore's moving "I've Got News for You".
It may be a little too laid-back, but it is still a good snapshot of what he's doing now.
The overall style remains tasteful, soulful and classy.
David Sanborn's fans will not be disappointed.

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4 out of 5 stars

Best David Sanborn yet. August 13, 2008
10 out of 11 found this review helpful

This a great unexpected release from David Sanborn. I usually tend to stay away from commercial jazz releases but here the guest artists (Clapton,Trucks,Stone,Moore) are stellar and give tasteful performances. Sanborn's playing is more bluesy than usual, and his tone is the classic sound as always. The backing band, especially bassist Christian McBride and Drummer Steve Gadd, are extremely tight which would be expected if you know these musicians. The quality stays consistent through the nine tracks, and with a shorter length the album doesn't overstay its welcome. If you usually find David Sanborn a little too sappy I urge you to give this recording a chance.

4 out of 5 stars

Lovely slow jazz from a sax master September 3, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

I love David Sanborn whether he's playing sweet and slow or hot and fast. This tribute CD's got some of jazz standards and heavy hitters from other genres as guests. It's 9 songs and about 2 minutes--could be a bit longer. Still it's a very listenable CD, maybe not Sanborn's best, but well worth having on the shelf.

My favorites:

I'm Gonna Move to the Outskirts of Town--featuring Eric Clapton
Basin Street Blues
I Believe it to my Soul--Joss Stone

Okay, it's all good, but these are my current faves. Give this one a listen.

Rebecca Kyle, August 2008

3 out of 5 stars

good line up of guest artists, but ohh that grating sound! August 19, 2008
1 out of 3 found this review helpful

i never considered myself a great fan of David Sanborn, as i just hated that high pitched grating sound of his alto saxophone. but this album has its merits, Sanborn played blues here, which is nice for a change, and the roster of wonderful artists such as Derek Trucks, Eric Clapton, Joss Stone and many more makes this album worth the money. if only Sanborn would make his ax croon and than shout and that in my humble opinion makes a huge difference.

5 out of 5 stars

Yes indeed...... August 31, 2008
a real nice set from Sanborn. I really don't think you can ever get "too laid back", as stated by another reviewer, but we all have a different way of appreciating our music. As the groove is waaaaay back in the day, yes this is predominately down tempo and bluesy, which is not a bad thing. Nice to hear Clapton pour out his heart on "I'm Gonna Move To The Outskirts Of Town". The swing of "Stoney Lonesome"and "Please Send Me Someone To Love" offers a change of pace to proceedings. For me it was a good listen from start to finish, and a relief not to reach for the fast forward button. If you like David, you should like this one. After cooling my way through it, the only button I reached for was the play button, so I could hear it again.

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