One on One

Sold as used, it seemed like new to me. I originally purchased this album as a vinyl but having enjoyed it for years I went for this CD re-issue. It really does not disappoint. The remastering puts the snare drum and cymbals a little towards the back of the sonic picture but possibly only a drummer would notice this. The compositions are wonderfully smooth and snappy, and full of that Bob James melodic frame work. Three bass players appear on the album but there sessions are not identified on this re-issue notes. Neil Jason appears on Kari and Afterglow. Ron Carter appears on Winding River and Mallorca and Gary King appears on the rest. Eric Gale appears on four of the performances but only as a backing musician. A whole mix of woodwind and strings are used in a very subtle and enchanting way. All the arrangement and conducting of the strings are by Bob James and some superb recording and mixing by Joe Jorgenson, who did many of the Bob James recordings and Smooth jazz crossover artists for CBS & Columba. Its terrific 'travelling' music.

It is a nice CD but it is somehow limited. The sound is not well defined, the themes are somehow repetitive and the last track is absurd. Who is interested in the conversation both musicians have about why they play together. This is not a documentary, it is a cd of music. I would recommend others records. Bob James and Friends which is a great record, very well produced and recorded.

another great CD

The was the first time I heard Earl Klugh, back in my university days c1983. Until now I have never actually owned a copy. I'm really glad I put that right.

A must for Bob James fans

good

Delivered on time , fantastic album.

shame it doesnt last but was taken from an LPso you have to live with that.