Jeff Beck, Jimi Hendrix, Wayne Shorter, James Brown, John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Eric Clapton, Beethoven, Berlioz, B.B.King, Albert King, Freddy King, Brahms, J.S.Bach, Roy Buchanon, Joe Henderson, Bill Evans, Michael Brecker, T-Bone Walker, Wes Montgomery...
"Kasper's playing is authoritative and adventurous. With forays into jazz phrasing and high-octane blues, his melodic attack combines equal parts of Jeff Beck and Hendrix channeled through monumental tone..." --Guitarist Magazine
Julien Kasper Band: I Am A Centaur
"Kasper displays... righteous control, dead-on phrasing, progressive composition and savvy ears. This guy is really, really good!" --Guitar Player Magazine
Julien Kasper Band: All of The Years
"Julien Kasper is a superb guitarist... a dynamic and fluent player with a rich mind full of musical ideas. This is a terrific musician who should not be missed." --Alan Chase, The Portsmouth Herald
"(Kasper's) second album continues to show he is one of New England's real musical treasures.
The CD is a sparkling sample of Kasper's versatility ... marvelous interplay... virtuoso fretwork... delectable melody... stunning command of tone and phrasing... --Jay Miller, The Patriot Ledger
With The New Imperial , an entirely instrumental offering, Julien not only flaunts his blistering guitar chops but also crafts memorable melodies and grooves. On occasions there are elements reminiscent of "Blow by Blow" era Jeff Beck and "Band of Gypsies" Hendrix, interwoven with Julien's individual jazz leanings.
You are one of my favorite guitar players of all time. I have Flipping Time and The New Imperial, and if they were on vinyl, they'd be worn out by now. I look forward to possibly being a student of yours. Just wanted to leave a kind word!
Hey Julien, great gig last night! I was deeply moved by The Reverend. Pat turned out to be one of my best friends while I lived in Tallahassee. He was always fun to be around and I think you captured the essence of what he was about in your song. Thanks! See you again soon. Peace, floyd
Thanks for the add! I knew back in the late 70s in Tallahassee that you were the real deal. I'm so glad I can say I jammed with you in the beginning. I remember when you joined Crosscut Saw...man, those were some great times! I'd love to talk old Burger King times with you some day...keep on rockin' dude!!
Yo, Julien - thanks much for the add.<br />Killer originals, chops, and TONE - love the vintage Marshall !<br /><br />How'd you escape from Florida ? - Ha Ha !
Nice to be your friend have that nice week!!!!!!!! Make sure to come back and check out Mike Alonzo and these nomad cats Cd The Past 15 Alternative Hip Hop Jazz
