Upbeat to contemplative, original, melodic - alive with stunning solo work, "God is Cool" by James Ranka and Friends is a musical escape to a place where all is good and just plain fun.

Instrumentation includes piano, keyboard textures, saxophone, authentic percussion, electric guitar, strings and wind instruments performed by James and guest artists David Chionsini, Tony DuPuis, Terry Domingue, Danny Pemberton and others.

JAMES RANKA

James is a composer, pop keyboardist,pianist, arranger, engineer/producer bursting with exciting musical energy. Attractively unique in style, he's earned degrees in music and communications.
In demand by film and video directors, James' original music adds award-winning ambience to many nationally syndicated productions. Several of these projects were decorated with prestigious Addy and Telly Awards.
Although a part of many other albums as composer, producer, keyboardist, "God is Cool" is James Ranka's debut album.

"GOD IS COOL" - THE CD

"Colorful, pop jazz", "smooth jazz - with an edge" inspirational, "a true departure from usual instrumental praise music"- all describe "God is Cool". Listen for that much-needed mental preparation on your way to, or take a mental vacation on your way home from work. Enjoy this rare musical gift stylishly assembled by a very talented recording artist - ANYTIME!

A COOL TITLE

"A young, talented guitarist had recently joined my home church. Shortly thereafter he was promptly recruited by one of our members to join the praise band.Asked why he joined the church, the young musician replied,
'Because I think God is cool'.
Spoken with sincerity, the vernacular made a lasting impression.
Jazz music is often described as "cool", and as God infused a love of jazz in me, "God is Cool" represents musical praise to the infinite, loving God who created the universe."... James Ranka