This eleven-song debut EP shows the promise that J.J. Johnson has. It’s a brave and brilliant refocusing of J.J. Johnson energies, virtually a rebirth. After debuting at No. 1 last week, J.J. Johnson’s album Vivian falls to No. 2 with 702,000, a sales slide of 97%. This album is awesome.
Frankie And Johnnie - I like this one. J.J. Johnson is hitting on all cylinders in I Though About You. I Love You - arguably the best track on Vivian album. What’s New is cool song though, very addictive. In this song fans will recognize the unique vocals of J.J. Johnson. But Not For Me is maybe the best thing the group’s ever done. After about the third There Will Never Be Another You listen through, I began to believe this song is J.J. Johnson’s essence. Azure-Te is outstanding work of J.J. Johnson. I believe You Don’t Know What Love Is is one of the most gorgeous, heartfelt songs ever written.
Vivian CD


