Ah Via Musicom

by Eric Johnson

Overview

After being overlooked on his debut, Tones, guitarist Eric Johnson burst onto the airwaves with the surprising hit "Cliffs of Dover." Armed with excellent chops and a clear tone, Johnson took a tired formula and made it sound fresh again. Despite his talents on the fret board, he plays with great restraint and chose to explore a variety of styles, including rock, pop, blues, country, and jazz. While his singing is not quite as interesting as his guitar playing, it is not obtrusive and is at times quite pleasing. This recording has reached near-classic proportions within the guitar community. ~ Robert Taylor

Product Details

Release Date:	02/28/1990
Label:	Capitol
UPC:	0077779051724
Rank:	50228

Tracks

1. Ah Via Musicom
2. Cliffs of Dover
3. Desert Rose
4. High Landrons
5. Steve's Boogie
6. Trademark
7. Nothing Can Keep Me From You
8. Song For George
9. Righteous
10. Forty Mile Town
11. East Wes

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Eric Johnson   Primary Artist,Vocals,Pedal Steel,Sitar (Electric),Guitar (Acoustic),Piano,Guitar
C. Roscoe Beck   Guitar (Bass)
Stephen Barber   Keyboards,Synthesizer
Tommy Taylor   Drums,Percussion
James Fenner   Percussion
Wee Willie   Harmonica
Jody Lazo   Vocals
Kyle Brock   Bass,Guitar (Bass)
Paul Bissell   Percussion
Reggie Witty   Guitar (Bass)
Steven Hennig   Guitar

Technical Credits

Vince Mariani   Composer
Eric Johnson   Composer,Producer,Performer
Richard Mullen   Engineer
Stephen Barber   Composer
Steve Barber   Composer