Sanborn's '83 release brought a new meaning to late night or midnight music listening ! By no means is this elevator muzak, either ! In fact, Sanborn was on the cutting edge in using drum machines and synthesizer arrangements without stifling his sax playing or throwing the whole project out of whack. Sanborn's playing is very upfront and sharp ! While the recording may sound dated, it is only in a very good positive way to demonstrate what is lacking in some of today's so-called pop-jazz or r & b instrumentalists. Substance! With well renowned and brilliant guest artists, such as Luther Vandross and Marcus Miller, Sanborn could not have been in better company. This is a project solidly chock full of warm r & b, sensible adult pop-jazz and clever melodic hooks.Backstreet is a blue print for later pop-jazz instrumentalists like Kenny G. and Candy Dulfer. Kenny G. only wishes he could sound as good as this guy (ouch !)...