John Ridout & Ross Self - Closer

Review by John Fisher

Closer, the latest album by John Ridout & Ross Self, is a beautiful collection of 11 instrumental tracks that showcase the talents of these two musicians. The album is a mix of acoustic and electric guitar pieces, with some additional instrumentation added in for variety.

The album opens with the track "Tangled Roots," which sets the tone for the rest of the album. The song is a slow, introspective piece that features some lovely guitar work from both Ridout and Self. From there, the album moves through a range of moods and styles, from the upbeat and energetic "Ride the Wave" to the haunting and melancholy "The Long Way Home."

One of the standout tracks on the album is "Sunset Boulevard," a beautiful piece that features some stunning guitar work from Ridout. The song is a slow, meandering piece that evokes a sense of nostalgia and longing. Another highlight is "Midnight Drive," a more upbeat track that features some great interplay between the two guitarists.

Summary by John Fisher

Closer is a fantastic album that showcases the talents of John Ridout and Ross Self. The guitar work is excellent throughout, and the additional instrumentation adds just the right amount of variety to keep things interesting. Fans of instrumental guitar music will definitely want to give this album a listen.