Very Best of Tappan Zee Records/ Various - Very Best Of Tappan Zee Records / Various

Two CD collection. Tappan Zee Records is a label founded by jazz keyboard player Bob James. Robinsongs is very proud to release a definitive compilation of their finest releases. The package features six Bob James cuts including the haunting 'Angela' - the theme from the TV series Taxi, 'Brighton By The Sea' written by and featuring saxophonist Grover Washington Jr and 'Westchester Lady' from Bob James 3, probably the most well-known Bob James album. Also included on this package is the full-length version of 'Black Is The Color' by Wilbert Longmire - a jazz funk classic - and there are three other tracks by Wilbert Longmire featured: 'Love's Holiday' - a cover of the Earth Wind & Fire classic, 'Good Morning' and 'Take Your Time' - taken from Taxi TV series. Richard Tee & Mark Colby also feature heavily with four tracks apiece. Bob James also recorded with guitarist Earl Klugh, and one of two tracks featured on this package include the outstanding 'Kari' which was taken from their "One On One" album.