Journey is Fourplay's "jazziest" CD to date, and this is reflected in songs such as "147 4th St." and "Departure," both of which showcase James' jazz piano playing and the improvisational nature of ...

Extended Analysis Fourplay: Esprit De Four. by Jeff Winbush October 26, 2012. FourplayEsprit De FourHeads Up International2012Bands don't last over two decades with minimal turnover in personnel and ...

“Journey’s” subtle, close-knit tunes show off the solo styles of each, but with a ... FOURPLAY “JOURNEY” (RCA Victor) Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ...

*** Fourplay, Journey (RCA Victor): The smooth jazz megagroup’s latest release is an album bred for contemporary jazz listeners, with a pedigree destined to launch it to the top of the music charts.

That doesn't mean that Fourplay members aren't serious — or forward-looking — when it comes to music. They have a goal of invention, or re-invention as is the case with familiar songs.

Fourplay isn't known for changing personnel. In fact, in its 20 years of existence, the band has only made one change, when Larry Carlton replaced original member Lee Ritenour in 1998.

Neil Gaiman and FourPlay String Quartet have announced their debut collaborative ‘Signs of Life’ and shared two singles from the record set to arrive April 28.