Bob James, Earl Klugh Reunited, If Only For 1 song

Back in 1992, pianist Bob James and guitarist Earl Klugh collaborated on a smooth jazz classic called Cool, which featured the smash radio hit “San Diego Stomp.” It was the follow-up to a duo albums they released in 1979 called One on One and Two of a Kind in 1982.

Now, James and Klugh are reunited for the first time since 1992 on James’ new solo album called Urban Flamingo. Even though it's only for one song, as Klugh plays guitar “Fresh Start.”

Joing James on the CD are his daughter Hilary James, adding vocals to a a song called “Lay Down With You,” while bassist Nathan East is featured on “Endless Time.” East, of course, is a member of Bob’s supergroup called Fourplay. For the most part, though, Bob assembled various members from some of his favorite Motown–based touring bands with the goal of transferring their live energy and passion into the recording studio. Those musicians include Al Turner, Ron Otis, Dave McMurray, Billy Kilson and James Genus.

Urban Flamingo will be released by the Koch recording label on Feb. 21.