Carl Verheyen - Trading 8s

Carl Verheyen Trading 8s

I think I first heard Carl Verheyen play on a Chick Corea Electric Band album a long time ago. That might be only time I've ever heard him play very before. I was asking friends the other day about good new guitar albums, and Verheyen's Trading 8s was mentionted. So, I got this album and I've been listening to it for a few days now.

It's good! Very inspirational, and Verheyen is a ripping dude on the guitar. He can play fast and clean with some monster chops, as well as play slow and tasty.

He seems to cover rockier and jazzier styles equally well. Quite humbling to hear someone so versatile and complete as a player.

With Scott Henderson, Joe Bonamassa, Steve Morse, Rick Vito, Robben Ford, Albert Lee, Jim Cox as guest artist, there is a lot of great playing to listen to on this album!

It is a treat to hear these great guest players trade off solos with Verheyen, and especially fun since they all have very unique styles. My favorite is probably Bonamassa and Henderson's appearances - some wickedly tasty licks and lines happening there by both the guests and Carl!

There are a couple of songs that are a bit dull and boring, but the rest of the tracks make up for that. Lots of great tunes. By the way, Carl sings really good too, this was a pleasant surprise! Great voice.

4.5 out of 5 - Recommended