Penthouse Suite was the quartet's seventh release, a collection of soulful funk instrumentals showcasing their signature sound. The album was released in 2000 on Acid Jazz Records.
- The album was recorded and mixed at The Sound Studios in Bayswater, London. It features the core quartet lineup of James Taylor (keyboards), Mark Viner (bass), Derek Shenton (drums), and Julian Sebotham (guitar). The album reached number 19 on the UK Jazz & Blues Albums Chart.
- The album's title track, "Penthouse Suite," became a popular opener for their live sets. While not a commercial smash, it was a critical success within the acid jazz community.
- The release coincided with a period where the acid jazz scene was diversifying, with bands like JTQ incorporating more Hammond organ-heavy grooves.
The James Taylor Quartet is a British band from London, known for their modern take on funk and soul. They emerged in the early 1990s, becoming one of the leading lights of the acid jazz scene.
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