Album Notes

The West Coast All Stars is an a capella, jazz/pop vocal quartet featuring four, very prominent and respected singers: Jason Scheff (from the group Chicago); Bobby Kimball (current member of the group Toto); Joseph Williams (former member of Toto); and Tommy Funderburk (from the group Airplay). Producer Joey Carbone brought this quartet together to record two albums to date. The All Stars do an excellent job of performing rich, full-bodied versions of classic pop songs. It’s remarkable that these albums are strictly a cappella (vocals only), with no instruments being utilized. All of the songs display terrific multi-layered vocal harmonies, bass vocals, and percussive effects (using handclaps).

Naturally was the second album the All Stars recorded (in 1998). On this album, they sing a variety of classic, pop and R&B hit songs from the 1970s. All of the songs are very appealing and enjoyable to listen to. There are many highlights, including: “That’s The Way Of The World” (originally recorded by Earth Wind & Fire); “How Deep Is Your Love” (the Bee Gees); “Just The Way You Are” (Billy Joel); “What’s Going On” (Marvin Gaye); “Sir Duke” (Stevie Wonder); and “My Love” (Paul McCartney).