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Backbone

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Everyone knows David Koz and David Sanborn. They even know Marion Meadows and Eric Marienthal. But you have to hear Boney James. His funky flair to smooth jazz is second to none. "BACKBONE" was the first James disc I heard, and still remains my favorite. The title track starts the disc off with a funky/R&B/soul sound that gets you movin'. "JUST BETWEEN US" has some beautiful interplay where James plays both tenor and soprano, while "TRINADAD" gives a hint of an islands percussion sound. He also does a wonderful slow, short bluesy song titled simply "BLUE". The whole disc is full of wonderful "Smooth Jazz" sounds that exemplify James' wonderful talent. James has guest starred on some great artists' discs like Rick Braun, Peter White, and 3rd Force. His contemporaries know how good he is. Now you should, too!

I am a Smooth Jazz fanatic. But Boney James takes care of all my music needs. This album in particular is one of my favorites. It has everything. Something sweet and mellow. Something for your night moods or that special "We want to alone date". Funky jazz that will get you on your feet. I play Boney during my dinner party's and everyone always asks, Hey who's that on the box? If you've never experienced Boney James, this is the one to check out. You have my word, you'll buy everything he puts out.

"Backbone" is by far one of the sexiest and most sensual CD's I have ever heard. Every track drips with emotion and the song "Blue" is a veritable musical aphrodisiac. "Backbone" should be in everyone's Smooth Jazz collection.

"Backbone" was the very first CD I listened to by Boney James and I have been hooked on him every since. If you like upbeat, contemporary jazz, he's your guy! Buy the CD, you won't be disappointed.

The first cd I bought by Boney James was Body Language; then I got Ride and Pure followed. I thought Body Language was cool but did not care for Ride and Pure because I thought it leaned really more toward r&b than jazz. I know a mixture of jazz and r&b is what Boney is about but just a little too much r&b. Now this cd (Backbone) is a serious smooth jazz cd. A must have for your collection. There are some mean grooves on here. When I first heard this cd I went (that's Boney James)? Man he really sounded great without all the singing. He can really play the sax. I hope he does more like this one and Seduction and Trust. I had to go back into time to get some real music from Boney James. This music is guaranteed to satisfy your smooth jazz appetite. When you get this one or these. ENJOY!!!

"Backbone" is by far one of the sexiest and most sensual CD's I have ever heard. Every track drips with emotion and the song "Blue" is a veritable musical aphrodisiac. "Backbone" should be in everyone's Smooth Jazz collection.

What else can I say about this album? Boney mixes upbeat Jazz with smooth slow melodies. I've been hooked on Boney ever since I hear this CD. I can't tell everyone to go buy it any more.

Excellent, Boney James has done it again. For those jazz lovers, its a must have CD. Like all the previous CD's, Boney has a way to move you while you listen to his music. This, like every other cd, sets the mood for enjoyment, and lots of loving.

BONEY JAMES IS THE CREAM OF THE JAZZ STARS, AND " BACKBONE "
IS ONE OF THE BEST JAZZ ALBUMS OF ALL TIME.
I HAVE EVERY ONE OF HIS ALBUMS, AND THEY ARE ALL GREAT.
BUT THIS ONE IS THE BEST. EVERY TRACK IS PURE LISTENING
PLEASURE, AND SLIPS FROM ONE TRACK TO THE NEXT WITH
EFFORTLESS EASE. THIS IS SOME OF THE SMOOTHEST JAZZ
YOU ARE LIKLEY TO HEAR. BUY A COPY NOW, TRUST ME, YOU'LL
BE GLAD YOU DID !!

can't say I'm surprised by the glowing reviews of this disc but for me it's just bland and faceless smooth jazz. This could be anybody. It's a generic sounding CD that fails to distinguish itself from the pack. I actually have another Boney James CD and I enjoyed that but this one falls very flat for me. No fire or enough passion. Just very easy going smooth jazz for people who don't want to think too much. If it works for you then fine, I'll pass.