Touchdown (Bob James album)

Touchdown is a studio album by American jazz keyboardist Bob James, released in 1978 on Tappan Zee Records/Columbia Records. It is notable for featuring the track "Angela", which became the theme song for the television show Taxi.

The album is considered a classic of the jazz-funk and smooth jazz genres. Its compositions are characterized by James's signature electric piano sound, catchy melodies, and sophisticated arrangements. The instrumentation typically includes a rhythm section of drums, bass, and guitar, often augmented by horns, strings, and synthesizers.

Besides "Angela," other well-known tracks on Touchdown include "Touchdown," "I'm in You," and "Sun Runner." The album was a commercial success, reaching number 25 on the Billboard 200 chart and solidifying James's position as a leading figure in contemporary jazz.