Salon 10 proudly presents James Mason "Rhythm of Life" revisited. An 8 piece jazz fusion band consists of world class musicians. Only 70 tickets available for this show in HK! Don't miss your chance to be part of this musical history in the making!
James Mason is the creative genius responsible for "Rhythm of Life" one of the most important and influential jazz/funk/R&B fusion albums of the last 50 years! Named one of the "20 Essential Jazz-Fusion Records Everyone Should Own" by Discogs, "Rhythm of Life has deeply influenced multiple generations of jazz/funk/R&B musicians as well as a list of prominent radio and club DJ's — and provided the blueprint for some of the most popular music of its genre.
Now, during the Summer of 2025, for the first time in more than 10-years, James Mason will bring a performance ensemble on the road, performing high impact extended versions of material from his "Rhythm of Life" and "Recollection Echo" albums. With extraordinary fan demand, and a list of music luminaries in attendance, each show is sure to be an exciting event providing an unforgettable evening of the jazzy & funky music that has inspired so many.
James came of age in the early 1970's in The Bronx NYC where his esthetic & worldview was shaped by an immersion in an eclectic social, cultural and musical stew – comprised of African American, Latinx and post-summer of love sensibilities. This may in part account for his ability to harmonize music from diverse genres into a cohesive subgenre. While musically he is known for his work with Roy Ayers' band, his solo projects, and his work with Japanese jazz/fusion notables Terumasa Hino and Masabumi Kikuchi – it is the "Rhythm of Life" album that is the remarkable story.