James Taylor in Concert (1979)

For nearly a decade James Taylors songs and personal style have expressed the changing modes and sentiments of our generation And this is the only recording of James in concert as of 1979 It captures the charismatic and masterful Taylor in a performance highlighted by his sweet soulful vocals musical virtuosity and disarmingly enchanting stage presence Backed up by a tight polished band comprised of a stellar cast of musicians many of whom have played and recorded with Taylor for years James delivers powerful renditions of his classics Sweet Baby James Carolina On My Mind Blossom and Steamroller The band features Don Grolnick on keyboards Danny Kortchmar and Waddy Watchel on guitars Leland Sklar on bass David Sanborn on saxophone and David Lasley and Arnold McCuller on backup vocals Superbly shot on a beautiful summer day at the Blossom Music Center in 1979