The Way I Feel, is Lyle's tribute to Smith—who, shortly after that memorable first handshake, became a personal mentor and friend to the young organist/pianist. This recording, Lyle's first since 2006 ...

Album Review Bobby Lyle: Hands On. by Woodrow Wilkins July 23, 2006. Bobby Lyle has covered a lot of ground in his career. The keyboard/pianist's versatility has surfaced through his efforts as music ...

Bobby Lyle may not be a household name, but the guy has been playing piano since he was 6, and boy, this cat can play. Lyle did a stint playing keyboards with Sly and the Family Stone back in the ...

To celebrate his 75th birthday, Lyle will return to his hometown this weekend to perform two different shows at Crooners — a solo piano concert and a gig with his organ trio. "I don't feel like ...

Bobby Lyle, like his late friend Joe Sample, does not believe in boundaries. Lyle is known as a jazz pianist, but he also has been musical director for Bette Midler, Al Jarreau and Anita Baker. He ...

Pianist Bobby Lyle was a friend, colleague and collaborator to Joe Sample, but on Saturday night he has the unwelcome but honorable task of being his musical eulogist.“Our original discussion ...

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO)-- Jazz legend Bobby Lyle has returned home to his roots to teach the next generation of musicians. Lyle has toured with greats such as Al Jarreau, George Benson, Anita Baker and ...