James Taylor in Concert (1979)

For nearly a decade, James Taylor's 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 back-up vocals. Superbly shot on a beautiful summer day at the Blossom Music Center in 1979.