Boney James (born James Oppenheim, September 1, 1961, in Lowell, Massachuse… Read Full Bio ↴Boney James (born James Oppenheim, September 1, 1961, in Lowell, Massachusetts) is a contemporary jazz saxophonist who has consistently placed at the top of the Contemporary Jazz Charts since his leader debut with 1992's Trust. His sound is known for being grittier and more muscular than the genre usually embodies.
James, born James Oppenheim, grew up in New Rochelle, New York, and studied clarinet at eight, later switching to saxophone. At age 15, his family moved to Los Angeles, where he began playing in a fusion band called Line One that was strong enough to open for Flora Purim and the Yellowjackets. He earned a degree in history from UCLA but became a full-time musician after graduation, doubling on keyboards.
In 1985, James went on the road as a keyboardist with Morris Day. He spent four years with Day and became an in-demand sideman, playing with Randy Crawford, Sheena Easton, the Isley Brothers, Bobby Caldwell, and many others before going solo.
James has received four Grammy nominations, RIAA gold-certified albums, and millions of sales. His unique meld of soul-jazz, R&B, funk, and pop have come to define the sound of 21st-century contemporary jazz. Albums such as 1999's Body Language, 2004's Pure, and 2015's Futuresoul have influenced an entire generation of artists.
In 2020, James released his album Solid, featuring 11 self-penned compositions, including the single "Be Here," with Kenny Lattimore providing vocals. The album debuted at #10 on the Billboard Current Pop Albums Chart.
James remains a prominent figure in the contemporary jazz scene, with his unique sound and influence on the genre solidifying his place in music history.
James, born James Oppenheim, grew up in New Rochelle, New York, and studied clarinet at eight, later switching to saxophone. At age 15, his family moved to Los Angeles, where he began playing in a fusion band called Line One that was strong enough to open for Flora Purim and the Yellowjackets. He earned a degree in history from UCLA but became a full-time musician after graduation, doubling on keyboards.
In 1985, James went on the road as a keyboardist with Morris Day. He spent four years with Day and became an in-demand sideman, playing with Randy Crawford, Sheena Easton, the Isley Brothers, Bobby Caldwell, and many others before going solo.
James has received four Grammy nominations, RIAA gold-certified albums, and millions of sales. His unique meld of soul-jazz, R&B, funk, and pop have come to define the sound of 21st-century contemporary jazz. Albums such as 1999's Body Language, 2004's Pure, and 2015's Futuresoul have influenced an entire generation of artists.
In 2020, James released his album Solid, featuring 11 self-penned compositions, including the single "Be Here," with Kenny Lattimore providing vocals. The album debuted at #10 on the Billboard Current Pop Albums Chart.
James remains a prominent figure in the contemporary jazz scene, with his unique sound and influence on the genre solidifying his place in music history.
I'm Gonna Love You Just A Little More Baby
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Cafe Aulait16
I love Boney James playing this song as much as I love Barry White singing it
Gq Autor
Boney has a lot robust and strength in his style .. He doesn't put you too sleep . The energy he has in his music phenomenonal
youngly Young
Boney, you are definitely the man. Please don't let up. Keep it coming!!
Rubye Armorer
Awesome tribute to Barry White. He would have no other than Sir Boney do his beautiful music. Thank you Boney for being true to Barry's roots and yours.
Darryl Wright
Watch out they don't know about this, Boney the smooth ride along, one of my favorites. He may not be the best, but there is no denying that no one romances a Sax like him. Thank you Boney James.
Julie Klein
Smooooth!! Seductive! Classy!! Boney I LOVE this track!! Keep them coming! I will keep listening :)
Michael Andrews
Boney is the man U have to see him live he is the truth!!!
Triple Tac
You can hear the soul he put into this song it’s amazing
CaptainCreature
Boney James has amazing tone quality
Anitra Green
One of my favorite artists and songs he has made. It's my anniversary weekend. He is in heavy rotation😍🥰❤