BOB DEVOS

Bob DeVos is an American jazz guitarist, music composer and educator. Born in 1946, living in New Jersey (New York, USA). from discogs Guitarist, composer, and arranger Bob DeVos is hailed as “a brilliant, knowing bebop player, a master with a sound to die for--rich, full, deep, positive, round and warm.”  With long, blues-drenched melodic lines and a horn-like approach, Bob has a signature style of groove and sophistication. Audiences and critics thrill to his “full, liquid tone," “soulful, intelligent interpretations,” “masterful compositions and arrangements,” and his “infectious, funky groove.” A modern player with strong traditional roots, Bob is at home with straight-ahead jazz, blues, Rhythm & Blues, funk, Latin and more.    Beginning with Breaking the Ice, produced by his great friend Charles Earland, Mr. DeVos’ CDs as a leader for HighNote/Savant and other labels have earned rave reviews and many stars in Downbeat and throughout the jazz media, were read more...