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Beware of “The Bob!”
This is a Halloween treat…a special tribute of one of Bob’s favorite cult films, the classic 1958 Steve McQueen movie, “The Blob!”
The goofy theme song, originally written by Burt Bacharach, inspired this version, “THE BOB!”, which features Laurie Sears on the Alto Sax.
Rare Release of “Nautilus” Available November 7
The legendary song “Nautilus” is being released as a 7’ Vinyl on Record Store Day Black Friday (November 27) in the US!
This release will be very limited with 500 gold vinyl for the US, 500 transparent vinyl available in Asia, and 500 transparent yellow vinyl in Europe.
This is one for the collector looking for a super rare release!
Discover more at Record Store Day…
A taste of “Basin Street Blues”
Here’s a taste of “Basin Street Blues” from the upcoming album ON VACATION…available on October 30!
“4 Play & Pleasure” (2020 Remastered)
From the upcoming ‘The Best of fOURPLAY, Remastered’ set for release on November 6, here’s the track “4 Play & Pleasure”.
Discover the pleasure of fOURPLAY’s best HERE!
Film Launch Event: “Interrupted: Prologue to a Mem-noir”
ART AS A RESPONSE TO ANTI-BLACKNESS Film-Launch Event!
This conversation is inspired by the film “Interrupted: Prologue to a Mem-noir.” Panelists are jazz-great Bob James, two-time NAACP Image Award-nominated author Marita Golden, and Joseph Lewis, founder of Black Bottom Film Festival and executive director of Jazz Bridge. Lindsey Yancich, gallery manager at Joan Hisaoka Healing Arts Gallery will also speak on the art of interdisciplinary-artist Pamela Woolford, who will be on hand. Moderated by Andy Shallal and Dr. Charles Chavis.
NOTE: Part of the film trailer is cut off from the recording. See the full trailer at Mem-noir.com and PamelaWoolford.com.
“Long Goodbyes” by Dave Koz, feat. Bob James
Take a listen to “Long Goodbyes”, a song from the upcoming album ‘Colors of a New Day’ by Dave Koz, which features Bob James. The new album will be released on October 9th, and features a plethora of musicians and special guests who came together to provide a sense of hope, comfort and good feeling to all of those whose lives have been so transformed by this pandemic. Hopefully, “Long Goodbyes” does just that for you.
Bob James “Once Upon A Time” (Mini-Documentary)
Previously unreleased recordings from jazz piano icon Bob James captured with no audience at Wollman Auditorium in New York City on January 20 & October 9, 1965 by Resonance founder George Klabin. This limited-edition 180g LP features James in two different trio settings with a mix of straight-ahead jazz standards and experimental original compositions. Includes an extensive booklet with rare photos by Tom Copi; essays by jazz writer Mark Stryker (Jazz from Detroit) & engineer George Klabin; plus interviews with Bob James, Bob Pozar and pianist Makoto Ozone. Mastered by Bernie Grundman, cut at 33 1/3 RPM and pressed by RTI.
Gervasi LIVE Stream Concert
On July 19th, 2020 at 6:30PM EST, this special Livestream performance will give fans around the world the opportunity to enjoy Bob’s music virtually during this pandemic.
15% of the proceeds from online ticket sales will be donated to the Black Lives Matter Global Network in support of the ongoing fight to end state-sanctioned violence against Black people. Bob has been very vocal about how Black musicians have shaped his life and career and intends to use this opportunity as a way to give back.
Get your TICKETS HERE!
Jazziz Daily Brunch Interview
Bob James sits down with Michael Fagien for a Jazziz brunch interview…