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On 1990's GRAND PIANO CANYON, Bob James and his cohorts do an excellent job of delivering exactly what fans expect. The likes of Nathan East, Harvey Mason, Jon Faddis, Randy Brecker, saxophonists Andy Snitzer and Kirk Whalum, Lee Ritenour, and Eric Gale provide subtle instrumental backup on these nine jazzy piano tracks. CANYON blends straight-ahead jazz with a bit of contemporary jazz for a well rounded and relaxing recording.
The catchy radio hit "Restoration" is a highlight. "Bare Bones" provides the album with its most jamming moment, while Ritenour's "Just Listen" and the lovely "Far from Turtle" add a soft, romantic touch. James' beautiful playing is featured throughout, though the middle of the album does drag slightly. But if you're looking for a fine late-night listen, GRAND PIANO CANYON should hit the mark.
Recorded at Ocean Way Studios in Hollywood; Clinton Studios in New York City; Remidi Studio in Ardsley-on-Hudson, N.Y.
Personnel: Bob James (piano, synthesizer); Kirk Whalum (soprano & tenor saxophones), Chris Hunter (alto saxophone); Andy Snitzer (tenor saxophone); Roger Rosenberg (baritone saxophone); Jon Faddis, Randy Brecker (trumpet); Jim Pugh (trombone); Lee Ritenour (guitar, guitar synthesizer); Eric Gale, Dean Brown (guitar); Gary King, Nathan East (bass); Paulinho Da Costa (percussion); Abraham Laboriel (bass); Max Risenhoover, Harvey Mason (drums); Leonard "Doc" Gibbs (percussion).
Grand Piano Canyon Music | List Price | $7.99 (You save $2.04) | | Category | Rock/Pop Albums, Rock CDs, Jazz, Jazz Instrument, Piano | | Label | Warner Bros. (Record Label) | | Orig Year | 1990 | | All Time Sales Rank |  50030  | | CD Universe Part number | 1100399 | | Catalog number | 26256 | | Discs | 1 | | Release Date | Jun 28, 1990 | | Studio/Live | Studio | | Mono/Stereo | Stereo | | Producer | Bob James | | Recording Time | 48 minutes | | Personnel | Paulinho Da Costa - percussion
Randy Brecker - trumpet
Harvey Mason - drums
Bob James - piano, synthesizer
Jon Faddis
Abraham Laboriel - bass
Andy Snitzer - tenor saxophone
Gary King
Dean Brown - guitar
Jim Pugh - trombone
Roger Rosenberg - baritone saxophone
Leonard "Doc" Gibbs - percussion
Chris Hunter - alto saxophone
Max Risenhoover
Also: Nathan East, Michael Brecker, Eric Gale, Lee Ritenour, Kirk Whalum |
Bob James Grand Piano Canyon Songs Grand Piano Canyon Music Review Average Rating: (4 out of 5 stars)   Awesome CD - Great collaboration
Listeners with a keen ear and a preference for good music and jazz at its best need to hear this CD. It is far from the predictable sounds of its time. Regardless what the skeptics say,
Bob's genius can be heard loud and clear on this CD. I highly recommed it.
For something more over the top to give listeners a true idea of how dangerous Bob is on piano "two hands" down, playing angular complex sounding jazz of the 60s era, you may want to get his first ever record. Bob James trio.
Submitted by PC (AZ, USA)
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Bob James is best known for his funky lush arrangements for a multitude of performers for CTI and Columbia in the 70's and early 80's. His most famous composition is the theme for the tv. series, 'Taxi'. James' style is predictable and boring. 'Grand Piano Canyon' is probably his best record. He actually uses his left hand on the piano! If you must have some Bob James, only this one, 'Heads', and maybe, 'Touchdown' are even recommendable at all (yawn).
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