An Evening of Fourplay

Overview

This is the debut of Fourplay, a popular quartet comprised of keyboardist Bob James, guitarist Lee Ritenour, bassist Nathan East, and drummer Harvey Mason. The music sounds more or less like a Bob James small-group date with Ritenour as a major soloist. The style is between jazz, R&B, and pop with an emphasis on lightweight originals, soulful and moderately funky rhythms, and predictable radio-friendly music. Nothing unexpected occurs, but fans of James and Ritenour should enjoy both this CD and Fourplay in general.

Directed by Stanley Dorfman

Top cast

Bob James

Himself - Keyboards

Lee Ritenour

Himself - Guitar

Harvey Mason

Himself - Drums

Nathan East

Himself - Bass

Chaka Khan

Herself - Vocals

Philip Bailey

Himself - Vocals

Phil Perry

Himself - Vocals

Details