There are some excellent reasons to call this classically trained pianist, multi-instrumentalist and composer "Mr. Kool." While leading his popular 8-piece horn ensemble, The Kool Breeze Band, the Georgia native's 2020 breakthrough single "Mr. Kool" has racked up 3.7M+ streams on Spotify. Beyond its joyful infectiousness and stellar playing, the 'koolest' part of Jim Richter's latest album DREAM DANCE is its adventurous approach to Smooth Jazz that makes the classically trained pianist just as likely to dazzle us with his spritely ivory skills as he is to regale us with his sparkling Fender Rhodes energy, crackling lead guitar and dynamic horn arrangements. With nods to the legends, Bob James, Dave Grusin and Pat Metheny, we're excited that this multi-genre, multi-instrumentalist has delivered a truly in-the-pocket album designed just for contemporary jazz lovers!
