Slovenia / United Fanzine Is the guitar, being the most versatile instrument of the world, and for many of us the most splendid invention of the twentieth century, reaching its final peak or satiation? On the contrary, horizon is again being broadly reopened. Recently released solo CD Look from guitarist Paul Nelson is a nice surprise for us all. Some of you have second thoughts or evil comments - another guy who will save the music world by searing leads and heavy sounds. If you think so you've got another thing comin'! His inherent ability and feel for the electric guitars reverse a verdict and persuade anyone who likes this great instrument. His new, all-instrumental release, starts with the guitar ballad Diagonal Blue. Immediately we are dragged into perfect peacefulness by clear stunning guitar work supported by unobtrusive piano and bass. At the end, calm and uniform rhythm is cut off in the next song, Complicated, with jazz-rock fusion which slightly reminds us of early Jeff Beck, in particular segments also of Al DiMeola. The next song is a great blues ballad with slow vibe and gentle slide guitar receding into the background. In the same manner, light country tone is also included. Great guitar work, diversity of sound, ferocious solo section - all components come out as pleasant energy which sways you without knowing from which direction it comes. This is definitely the best part of this multi-style musical product. Full Blast is the fastest song on album where clean astonishing guitar acrobatics grab your attention from the first note and give you the feeling of a huge impact which is about to happen. By reiterate listening we could recognize Meola's influence. At the same time segments of Steve Morse high energy guitar with its typical velocity are being identified. The pure and gentle guitar in last songæis like a divine, inspirational and indispensible part of a big-band orchestra musical work whose entirety sets you in the meadow of felicity and recklessness. This album with tasteful melodic sense and perfect balance is a must for anyone who enjoys great guitar music. It is a promotion of supreme, sharp and sophisticated music filled with lots of positive energy. So many streams of numerous techniques are leaking out into main river named PAUL NELSON. Utilizing many styles, inexhaustible energy, relaxing atmosphere, flawless changes in tempo - what else can I say ? Simply, PAUL NELSON is a wizard who has definitely got something to say with his magic wand. Don Boyanny