Marcus Miller has had plenty of opportunities to grow musically. From sideman work with saxman David Sanborn to vocalist Luther Vandross to jazz legend Miles Davis –as well as producing his own vocal R&B albums – Miller had plenty of years to hone his soulful skills and develop his trademark tone. But 1993's The Sun Don't Lie marked the first time Marcus matured to the point of pushing himself to find and expose his own solo voice.
This broad collection of jazz-funk instrumentals certainly showcases Miller's hot thumb-thumping passages and quick fingerstyle licks. Yet, by sharing the spotlight with other great players– Miles, Sanborn, guitarist Vernon Reid, and others – Miller takes time to lay back in some badass grooves, showing that his sideman role of nailing it down is actually an integral part of his solo voice.
