1998. Art Johnson, Frederic Alarie - Contact [320] [PRO | MANUAL]

: The track "Angel Eyes" is often cited as a standout for its inspired phrasing. The album also includes two solo tracks, one for each artist ("Turbulence" for Alarie and "Easy Living" for Johnson), providing individual showcases for their technical skill. Audiophile Recording Quality

Released in 1998, is a collaborative jazz album featuring American guitarist Art Johnson and Montreal-based double bassist Frédéric Alarie. Recorded at Studio Morin-Heights in Quebec, it serves as the debut release for the Canadian audiophile label Fidelio Audio . Performance and Style 1998. Art Johnson, Frederic Alarie - Contact [320]

: Reviewers from SoundStage! describe the music as "smooth" and "easy-on-the-ears," though they note the performance can occasionally feel almost too relaxed. : The track "Angel Eyes" is often cited

: The audio imaging is noted for its "spot-on" specificity, with the guitar placed firmly to the left and the bass on the right, creating the illusion of the musicians performing in the room with the listener. Recorded at Studio Morin-Heights in Quebec, it serves

: The recording utilized high-end equipment, including a RODE Classic tube microphone and a TASCAM ATR-60-2T analog recorder.

The album is a minimalist duo project, consisting entirely of Johnson on guitar and Alarie on bass. The performances are characterized by an easygoing, lyrical style that blends standard jazz repertoire with intimate interplay.