Rendezvous (Jpn)

Digitally remastered and expanded edition of this 1984 album from the Jazz keyboardist, songwriter and producer. Rendezvous was produced by George, who wrote or co-wrote all but two of the tracks. Featured musicians on the album included longtime musical associates Byron Miller on bass, Ndugu Chancler on drums, Paulinho Da Costa on percussion, Josie James and Lynn Davis on background vocals, Jerry Hey on trumpet and Michael Sembello on guitar with special guests Stanley Clarke, Steve Ferrone (of Average White Band) on drums, Nathan East (on bass). with a strong Earth, Wind & Fire influence on several tunes such as 'Stay Awhile,' 'Got to Get Back to Love' and 'She Can Wait Forever,' other key cuts on the album include the Brazilian-flavored 'Ipanema Lady' and the mellow smooth-jazz-styled, 'Thinking of You. '