Originally from Marshall, Missouri, two-time GRAMMY winner Bob James (b.1939) has enjoyed a tremendously varied career, characterized by many fascinating twists and turns. To some, he’s a hip-hop icon because samples of his music played a pivotal role in the foundation of rap, while to others, he’s the godfather of smooth jazz. James, joined by his working quartet, performs a wide ranging selection of best-loved music from his five-decade career.