If you are an electric bass player, this album will keep you busy for a while, listening to Mr. Clarke's excellent work. His range of tone qualities and techniques are amply exhibited here. This is a showcase for Stanley Clarke's virtuosity, and really an encyclopedia of the state of electric bass technique at the end of the 20th century.
If Time Stood Still, the debut solo release from guitarist Norman Johnson, is an exquisite expression of music that has been waiting to happen. From sonic grooves reminiscent of Wes Montgomery and George Benson to the mysterious, sultry melodies that frame Johnson's distinctive sound this recording is not to be missed.This album is well worth the wait with exceptional original songs in the genres of contemporary jazz, smooth jazz and Latin grooves along with the Pat Metheny cover tune, "Always and Forever."