Bob James’ music has informed and inspired some of the most important producers and musicians in the post disco era and has been sampled by hip hop and dance producers alike. At the same time his take on fusion has been a constant and key presence in the development of jazz since the mid seventees. We weren’t able to speak to Bob in person, but he spent some time thinking about some of his favourite tunes for this Headphone Highlights session and sent us a lovely essay about the tracks he picked which you can view on the Academy site. A surprising blend of the classic and the contemporary – we also included some of Bob’s classic cuts which you may well recognise...
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Bob James personal website