Street Sketches - Bob James - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

Street Sketches finds Bob James doing what he does best: turning everyday city life into finely detailed jazz miniatures. Across these tracks, his trademark electric piano sound feels like neon reflected in a rain‑slick sidewalk—familiar, but still quietly magical. Rather than chasing trends, James leans into his strengths: unhurried grooves, melodic clarity, and arrangements that reveal new layers with each listen. This album sits in the lineage of his classic smooth jazz and fusion work, but it’s more intimate than flashy. The rhythm section keeps a supple, unforced pulse, giving James room to shade in harmonies and small improvisational detours. You can almost imagine these tunes as scenes glimpsed from a cab window: a late‑night diner, a slow walk home, a city that refuses to sleep but knows how to relax. On vinyl, the warmth of his keyboards and the air around the drums really come alive, making this pressing especially satisfying for collectors who care about soundstage and texture. If you’re building a Bob James corner in your shelf—or just want a laid‑back, sophisticated record to spin after dark—Street Sketches is an easy album to live with and a rewarding one to return to. Track List: A1 - Snowbird Fantasy - 7:04 A2 - Farandole (L'Ariesinne Suite #2) - 8:24 A3 - Main Theme From Star Trek The Motion Picture - 3:20 A4 - Take Me To The Mardi Gras - 5:49 B1 - Fly Away - 6:43 B2 - The Steamin' Feelin' - 5:20 B3 - Caribbean Nights - 9:24