# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Bob James
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Grammy winner and Fourplay founder Bob James is a legend in the world of jazz. There, he is revered for his discography of more than fifty-eight albums. Moreover, he pioneered the sounds and style that came to be known as contemporary jazz. Thus, Bob’s shadow looms large over the music world of the last fifty-plus years.

Discovered by Quincy Jones in 1963, Bob briefly played piano for Sarah Vaughan, before becoming a solo artist in 1974. Then, many solo projects followed, as well as collaborations with such artists as Roberta Flack, David Sanborn, and Earl Klugh. Furthermore, smooth jazz supergroup Fourplay brought improvised music to the mainstream in exciting new ways. And he’s still going as strong as ever.

He also recorded Touchdown, which included his composition, “Angela,” the instrumental theme from the sitcom Taxi. Here, this remains possibly James’ best-known work. Additionally, Bob composed all the original music used in that television series for its entire run.

James is recognized as one of the progenitors of smooth jazz. However, his music has also had a profound effect on the history of hip hop having been sampled often. Two of James’ songs –“Nautilus” from 1974’s One and “Take Me to the Mardi Gras” from 1975’s Two – are among the most sampled in hip-hop history.

SEP 2-3 • 7PM
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- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/minneapolis/bob-james/200030204377408
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, dance, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 9

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Minneapolis
- **state**: MN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55403
- **lat**: 44.97396
- **long**: -93.27563
- **full address**: 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55403

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Bob James being held?
  - **A:** Bob James takes place on Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm at 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55403.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Bob James?
  - **A:** Bob James is organized by Dakota.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Dakota's events?
  - **A:** Dakota has 122+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Dakota has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Bob James is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Minneapolis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Bob James sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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