On the latest album from the leading statesman of smooth jazz, Bob James takes a joy ride that shatters perceptions and re-energizes both the format and his music. Utilizing various producers and lineups (including all the members of Fourplay), Joy Ride jumps with the energy of creative rebirth, boosted by the huge success of his parallel career in Fourplay. Featured tracks: "Raise The Roof" (feat. Boney James), "It's Alright" (feat. Norman Brown) and "Take Me There."