Heads (Bob James album)

Heads is a jazz fusion album by keyboardist Bob James, released in 1975 on Tappan Zee Records, which was distributed by Columbia Records. It marked a significant shift in James' sound, moving further into the realms of smooth jazz and fusion, incorporating more sophisticated arrangements and electric instrumentation compared to his earlier, more acoustic-leaning work.

The album is notable for featuring a stellar lineup of musicians, including Harvey Mason on drums, Gary King on bass, and Eric Gale on guitar, all highly regarded session players. Heads includes compositions by James himself, as well as interpretations of other artists' work. The album's title track, "Heads," is a complex and dynamic piece that exemplifies the album's overall sound. Another well-known track from the album is "Feel Like Making Love," a rendition of the Roberta Flack hit, which James reimagines in his distinctive jazz-fusion style.

Heads was generally well-received by critics and helped solidify Bob James' reputation as a leading figure in the jazz-fusion movement. It achieved commercial success, reaching the Billboard charts and further expanding his audience. The album remains a popular and influential work in the genre, showcasing James' skills as a composer, arranger, and keyboardist. Its arrangements are still studied by music students and enjoyed by jazz aficionados.