A crossover masterpiece that opened the door to smooth jazz
Bob James' sophisticated fusion sound.
This album marks the golden age of fusion music by pianist Bob James. Building on his classical background and jazz improvisation, his sound, blending pop and urban influences, became the foundation of later styles of smooth jazz and contemporary jazz. While melodic and accessible, the arrangements and performances are highly refined, inviting listeners on a sonic journey.
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A:
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1)
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One Mint Julep
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2)
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Women Of Ireland
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B:
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1)
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Westchester Lady
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2)
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Storm King
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3)
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Jamaica Farewell
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Flute - Hubert Laws
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Keyboards - Bob James
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Drums - Harvey Mason (A2 to B3)
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Producer - Creed Taylor
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Guitar - Eric Gale (A2 to B2)
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Percussion - Ralph MacDonald
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Trumpet - Jon Faddis
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Harp - Gloria Agostini
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Bass Trombone, Tuba - Dave Bargeron
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Guitar - Hugh McCracken (A2 to B2)
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Trumpet - Lew Soloff
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Violin - David Nadien
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Violin - Emanuel Green
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Violin - Max Ellen
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Bass - Gary King (A1, A2, B3)
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Trumpet - Marvin Stamm
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Violin - Harry Cykman
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Cello - Alan Shulman
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Violin - Frederick Buldrini
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Cello - Charles McCracken
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Violin - Lewis Eley
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Flute - Jerry Dodgion
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Trumpet - John Frosk
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Violin - Matthew Raimondi
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Flute, Tenor Saxophone - Eddie Daniels
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Trombone - Wayne Andre
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Violin - Harold Kohon
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Tenor Saxophone, Tin Whistle - Grover Washington, Jr.
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Engineer - Rudy Van Gelder
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Viola - Al Brown
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Viola - Manny Vardi
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Bass Trombone - Dave Taylor
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Design [Album] - Rene Schumacher
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Photography By - Richard Alcorn
