Fourplay - Between The Sheets (2lp) [VINYL]

<p><i><strong>Between the Sheets</strong></i> is the second studio album of the smooth jazz group Fourplay - comprised of acclaimed jazz musicians <strong>Bob James</strong> (piano), <strong>Lee Ritenour</strong> (guitar), <strong>Nathan East</strong> (vocals/bass), and <strong>Harvey Mason</strong> (drums). The album is well-regarded as a defining album in the smooth jazz genre and was released in August 1993 to rapturous acclaim. The album is certified gold by the RIAA, peaking at No. 2 on the Billboard Top Jazz Albums chart and No. 15 on the Billboard Top R&B Albums chart and <strong>selling over 500,000 copies in the United States</strong>.</p><p>The album is known for its iconic smooth jazz tracks, like the slow, sensuous ballad<i><strong> "Between The Sheets," </strong></i>a remake of the 1983 hit by R&B group the Isley Brothers. It features vocals from legendary soul singer <strong>Chaka Khan</strong>, whose lead voice duets with Nathan East against lush background vocals from noted singers <strong>Chante Moore, Phil Perry,</strong> and <strong>Earth, Wind & Fire's Philip Bailey</strong>. Then there is <i><strong>"Amoroso,"</strong></i> a sprightly tune featuring sparkling solos from James and Ritenour while East and the song's composer, Mason, keep a lively groove simmering. Lastly, <strong>"Chant"</strong> is an elegant Bob James' tune propelled by a chugging funk rhythm and features East supplying soft, atmospheric vocals and a sinewy bass line.</p><p><strong>The album will be re-issued by evosound on a limited edition 180g double vinyl LP worldwide on the 24th of November 2023.</strong></p>