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Polish acoustic guitarist Palma is a stunning technician, but with bags of feel, humour and class. PalmIstry is packed with superb originals and covers, including Django’s Nuages (awesome Reinhardtmeets-Di Meola picking) and a Jimi medley of Little Wing, Hey Joe and The Wind Cries Mary (full of bluesy Hendrixisms). James Taylor on steroids opener Healthy Optimism eases you nicely into what’s coming – the picking-tastic More Than Life At Stake. Unlike some solo acoustic players Palma’s tunes don’t go on and on – most tracks are two to three minutes but offer such a range of techniques and melodies that he leaves you wanting more. Kentucky Miners is a Chet/Tommy-style workout that can’t fail to put a grin on the face. It’s stunning all round, but if you need further convincing Mr Emmanuel himself says, “Full of fresh ideas, grooves, and sparkling guitar playing – GET IT!!!”