In The Mix with Reggie TheJazzman

Episode 3: The Carefree Drive Show #3 (2024)

April is proving to be a big month. The universe is granting many of us a once-in-a-lifetime experience....a chance to see a full eclipse. I happen to live right in the Path Of Totality so for right around 4 minutes I'll be covered to total darkness at 3 in the afternoon.  In addition, I'm having to make some huge changes in the way I create my podcasts and mix music. I wasn't quite ready for this monumental learning curve at this point. Hopefully with my new equipment I'm able to c...

Episode 2: The Carefree Drive 2024 Show #2 (2024)

This one is FIYAH from the start....I just happened to truly be in one of those 'cast your cares to the wind" moods so I did just that. It translated into some some pretty energetic cuts to kickstart the podcast. Soundwise, i optimized this one in the Mixing Lab. The audio really kicks in a vehicle with that crisp, airy, open road wind in your hair feel.  SO, hit the road and ENJOY! If you happen to get HAPPY FEET don't blame me for the speeding ticket!! ***Intro*** Road Trippin'  ...

Episode 1: The Carefree Drive Show #1 (2024)

Life throws you curveballs but you have to stay at the plate, dig in and keep on swinging. This podcast is me connecting and sending the curveball SOARING. Techy issues with my toys along with just a busy daily schedule have kept me from putting out shows regularly but guess what?? PERSISTENCE BREAKS RESISTANCE! I'm stubborn so...here it is.  Lots of good music on here, it TRULY felt good to get this one under my belt.  The First...its special. Certainly not the last!! ENJOY!! 

Episode 13: Christmas Celebration 2023

I just had to get one mix in before we completed 2023, Christmas presented the perfect opportunity. This year has been very busy, literally I've traveled the globe which has left me very little time to work on my shows. I snatched up this opportunity because this is my time of year. PUSH THAT PLAY BUTTON AND ENJOY! Deck The Halls    Brian Culbertson with Warren Hill It's the Most Wonderful Time of The Year    Chris ‘Big Dog' Davis  Winter Wonderland    Babyface  Yes It's Christmas    Beb...

Fade To Black Vol. 6 (Mind, Body, Spirit)

As a Flower Blossoms (I Am Running to You) Pat Metheny With You Barry Stoffberg The Flow Wolfgang Haffner Reflections Damien Escobar Promises (For Priscilla) Darren Rahn If I Could Nelson Rangell The Gift B. Thompson The Dancer Onaje Allan Gumbs Gratitude Ace Livingston Mother Nature aj (ahhsh) Journey Vahagn Stepanyan Indigo Rain Rei Narita Wheels of Love Passion Crew Leave Tomorrow Behind Gary Honor Brea...

The Carefree Drive (featuring guitarist Joel Del Rosario)

Having a featured guest along for the ride makes the journey even sweeter. After all, we tend to bring our 'A' game when the guests arrive! JDR and I have been friends for quite some time now. Going back 10 years, we'd been in contact, Coast To Coast but didn't officially meet until 2011 at a gig in Buffalo, New York. He turned it out and we've been friends ever since. I kinda knew he'd be perfect for a Carefree Drive. When I dropped the idea on him it was a no-brainer. Aside from ...

Fade To Black 'Candlelight' (Volume 5)

Rest and Relaxation Continues.... Intro Dreams David Foster Somewhere Over The Rainbow Lindsey Webster Love Deluxe Tom Grant Angela (theme from Taxi) Alexander Zonjic Pure Imagination Dave Valentin The Water Is Wide Sam Levine In the Meantime Terry Tuck Lovely Day Fabiana Passoni Think About It Steve Cole Minnie Mike Phillips Morning Rain J. White Stay Awhile (The Prelude) Judah Sealy Never Look Back Kilauea Looking Back Brian Culbertson Call Me Love Nick Colionne

The Carefree Drive featuring bassist Christian De Mesones

Friends....the song said we get by with a little help from them. This life just wouldn't be the same without them. I've been blessed to have some good ones, one of whom has joined me on this podcast. He's on FIYAH, burnin' up the jazz charts with a couple slamming singles off of his new album, They Call Me Big N.Y. The Carefree Drive welcomes bass guitarist extraordinaire, Christian De Mesones. Chris chimes in with, among other things, his thoughts on what he considers his ideal ...

The Carefree Drive (Morning Coffee)

*** Intro *** Black Coffee Jerahmy Kellen Morning Mist Kool&Klean Theme For Jackie Rodney Franklin Right Here, Right Now Eric Darius And Coffee Marcus Anderson Bring Me To Life Peet Project Sangria D'art Slow Brew Joe Fuentes Take Time Ron Otis Send One Your Love Boney James Sand Castles Jeff Lorber Sunny Morning (feat. Jill Saward) Roberto Tola The Universe Matt Bianco Togetherness Alex Parchment Heavens...

Happy Mother's Day!

I pulled this one from my archives. Recorded back in 2014, nothing has changed, I think the message is clear....we love MOMMA!

Fade To Black 'Candlelight' (Volume 5)

ALL MIXED UP

Sitting in the Mixing Lab...had some extra times on my hands. Kinda bored and wanted to do something different other than my normal podcast. Coronavirus issues are affecting the mental as well as the physical, all this isolation and social distancing is taking its toll, so I'm trying to combat it by increasing the fun factor. Here's some jazzy sounds from outside the box, straight from the lab .... yours truly, the Mad Mixologist. ENJOY THE MIX!

One World Nation, (The Carefree Drive Special Edition)

Across the world terror struck in the form of a deadly virus. The coronavirus found its way across countries, borders, oceans and into our homes and communities. In order to fight this invader we had to distance and isolate ourselves yet in a sense, this virus united us in a common cause, a common fight to defeat the enemy. One World Nation, WE WILL WIN! This mix show is two hours designed to uplift and encourage and also to relieve you of some stress and anxiety. Listen to the me...

A Toast To Love

I couldn't let Love Day pass by without dropping something although I'm a day behind. An eventful week and some untimely technical issues set me back a few days. I was going to just skip this mix altogether but a couple well-placed requests and I gave in. It's all about love right? Soooooo.....cozy up with that special someone and let me know how this works for ya. Happy Belated and Enjoy the mix! When I Fall In Love Maysa My Funny Valentine Pieces Of A Dream feat...

The Carefree Drive (The 'RIDE' You Can't Live Without) Jan 2020 (#2)

Shoutout to all my friends and listeners on the African continent. Your presence is FELT, your IMPACT is GREAT and YOU'RE MUCH APPRECIATED! I can't say enough! When I looked at my geographical statistics, I was blown away. Thanks for your amazing support! You know I just had to give something back so this show is dedicated to you!! ENJOY! Intro Reggie TheJazzman High Tide Jonathan Butler Three Mile Drive David Myles Flow Innertwyned Can U Feel It Wil Key You...

Somewhere In Alabama (Eric Essix feat. Martin Luther King Jr. RTJ Remix)

While i was looking through my catalog for songs and song titles relevant to Martin Luther King Jr., I thought about the deep south where many of his battles were fought. Of course, three key cities involved in the civil rights movement were Selma, Montgomery and Birmingham. Along with marches and non-violent protests, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered some of his most memorable speeches in these locations. When I saw Eric's title 'Somewhere In Alabama', I was curious so I listened an...

A Moment To Chill....The Carefree Drive (The 'RIDE' You Can't Live Without!)

Intro ReggieTheJazzman Just Hold On Bobby Wells Love's Holiday Nathan East That's The Way Of The World Joseph Vincelli The Road To Peace Gerald Albright Uncharted Love Selina Albright The Look of Love Kim Scott Rain In St. Tropez Luxury Grooves When I Whisper Europa Just Chillin' Marc Antoine My Pleasure (feat. Carlton Wilcox & Jeames Graham) Judah Sealy Smooth Sailing Sekou Bunch You're Magic Brian Culbertson I Miss You Ervin Pope Keeping It Together Al Gomez...

Fade To Black Volume 4

When I close my eyes, whether the purpose is to settle down and relax, nap for a few or call it quits for the night and fall asleep, I like having those slow, melodic tunes by my side with the volume just right. Lullabies and ballads. It just 'does something' to you. My inquisitive nature about what that some thing is led me to do some research. We've heard it said that music has charms to sooth a savage breast. An article I found helps make sense of that adage. The National Sleep ...

NEW YEARS 2020 (Part 1)

Providing a jazzy alternative for your New Year celebration, we're bringing in the year with some smooth jazz fire!! We're done with 2019.....the new year is primed and ready so let's break down the door and look forward to bigger and better, fresh and new. I'm thankful to be able to bring you this wonderful music 'in the mix'. As always, thank you for listening and for pushing this podcast right up to the top!! A TOAST TO 2020! HAPPY NEW YEAR 2020! Reggie TheJazzman

Pop Pop, Fixx Fizz (New Year 2020)

Providing a jazzy alternative for your New Year celebration, we're bringing in the year with some smooth jazz fire!! We're done with 2019.....the new year is primed and ready so let's break down the door and look forward to bigger and better, fresh and new. I'm thankful to be able to bring you this wonderful music 'in the mix'. As always, thank you for listening and for pushing this podcast right up to the top!! A TOAST TO 2020! HAPPY NEW YEAR 2020! Reggie TheJazzman

Yuletide And All That Jazz! (Kickin' The Sounds Of The Season)

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THEJAZZMAN! Some jazzy tunes to add to your holiday cheer!! featuring music from: Nathan Mitchell, Jonathan Butler, Greg Adams Bob Baldwin, Ricky Lawson, Skinny Hightower, Julian Vaughn, Craig Chaquico, Will Downing, Bernard Harris, Jeanette Harris, Nils, Phil Denny, Andre Delano, John Stoddart, Warren Hill, Marvin Sapp, Marcus ohnson, Larry Kimpel, Gregory Hines and Patti Labelle.

Yuletide And All That Jazz! (Sounds Of The Season 2019)

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THEJAZZMAN! Some jazzy tunes to add to your holiday cheer!! featuring music from: Nathan Mitchell, Jonathan Butler, Greg Adams Bob Baldwin, Ricky Lawson, Skinny Hightower, Julian Vaughn, Craig Chaquico, Will Downing, Bernard Harris, Jeanette Harris, Nils, Phil Denny, Andre Delano, John Stoddart, Warren Hill, Marvin Sapp, Marcus ohnson, Larry Kimpel, Gregory Hines and Patti Labelle.

The Carefree Drive (The 'RIDE' You Can't Live Without) Oct '

***Intro*** Turning It Up Nicholas Cole Sunshine Sheldon Reynolds Ascension (feat. Charon Bratcher) Al Reid Jr Before I Let Go Urban Jazz Coalition Free to Be (feat. Jazmin Ghent) Kim Scott Mr. Nugroove J. White Dolly's Jam Gregory Tyrone Revival Paul Taylor Bass Man Wayman Tisdale This Must Be Love Incognito Sweetness Jackiem Joyner What Turns You On Lukas Setto A Thousand Miles fo/mo/deep Silver Lining BK Jackson Favorite Kevin Jackson Mighty To Save Bernard Harris...

FUNK (A Smooth Jazz Mixes Exclusive)

This will be added to the morning routine at some point. Yeah, a hot shower feels good and gets things moving. Add a cup of coffee to boost things a little more, need that kick to get everything moving in the right direction. But when I turn up the funk, the morning is on a whole nutha level. The Mixing Lab was crazy, buzzing with mad energy when I put this podcast together. Wicked bass lines, killer horns and sax, and that funky organ the Hammond B3 dropping some soul. There's some...

SLOW ROLLIN' On The Carefree Drive

I'm vibin'....laid back, soft as cotton and silky smooth. That doesn't even begin to describe this podcast. I suggest finding some quiet place where you can listen to this in its entirety, undisturbed. Maybe even put the headphones on for total isolation and immersion. Here you'll find 2.5 hrs of pure listening pleasure. I get by with a little help from my friends. Certainly, having the former lead guitarist for the legendary r&b supergroup, The Commodores, as your featured guest doesn't h...

The Carefree Drive (The 'RIDE' You Can't Live Without!) Sept 2019

I've been feeling this uptempo kinda vibe lately. Maybe because the days of summer are counting down and I'm holding on to that sunshine. Midwest Ohio is certainly beautiful in the fall with all its combinations of red, orange and yellow foliage but I like feeling the summer breeze. I have to admit though that mornings are nice right now, the air is crisp and fresh, and the night aren't too bad either. Easy to fall asleep and wakes you right up in the morn. The seasons are cycling th...

Carefree Drive (The 'Ride' You Can't Live Without!)

First of all, let me say this ...Push Play and Turn Up The Volume!! Featuring music from Kim Scott, Euge Groove, Frank Sutton, Norman Brown, Joe McBride, Bobby Lyle, Nicholas Cole, Cindy Bradley, Alex Bugnon, Jeff Ryan, Thierry Condor, Will Donato, Mikael Manley, Steve Cole Al Gomez, Patti Austin, Nathan Mitchell, Stanley Clarke, Paul Hardcastle, Al Turner, Jazmin Ghent, Victor Haynes, Con Funk Shun, Blair Bryant and Terence Young I've been spending more time than usual on the road, quite a...

The Carefree Drive (The 'RIDE' You Can't Live Without!) feat. GRP

GRP....if you don't know, you're about to find out. Dave Grusin and Larry Rosen came together to create a powerhouse, an unbelievable collection of super-talented jazz musicians back in the late 70's and early 80's. Ron Holloway, of Smooth Groove Radio...The Vibe, and I were chatting about music history like we always do and once we hit the GRP subject, we dwelled there for a while. That makes sense since their catalogue was so extensive, thus the inspiration for this show. Although ...

The Carefree Drive (The 'RIDE You Can't Live Without!) July 2019

I'm back with some more, this podcast on the heels of some 'me' time. Yep...summer brings on sunshine and vacation. Thankfully I had jus enough of both. I had a pretty nice getaway, hitting the road for about 5 hours or so. And you know I was listening to?? That's right...The Carefree Drives were loaded up back to back. Helped make that drive seem a lot shorter, smoother and enjoyable. I couldn't wait to get back home and produce another segment...so here it is. Pop this one in the...

The Carefree Drive (The 'RIDE' You Can't Live Without!)

It has been quite rainy this season...most of the spring and now leading into summer, which is officially here. I'm not one who is influenced that greatly by strong winds, dark clouds, torrential downpour and flooding but Mother Nature has a way of getting attention. She definitely caught mine. Not to be deterred, I turn to the tunes. There's all kinds of new stuff out there, some of which you'll hear on this show. Personally, I just try to make an interesting blend, like a 5 star c...

The Carefree Drive (The 'RIDE' You Can't Live Without!)

It has been quite rainy this season...most of the spring and now leading into summer, which is officially here. I'm not one who is influenced that greatly by strong winds, dark clouds, torrential downpour and flooding but Mother Nature has a way of getting attention. She definitely caught mine. Not to be deterred, I turn to the tunes. There's all kinds of new stuff out there, some of which you'll hear on this show. Personally, I just try to make an interesting blend, like a 5 star chef. Coo...

Her Name Is (Su Nombre Es).....

Beauty in the dark.....it piques the curiousity, the need to know. There's much to say about the silhouette of a woman, the shadows of mystery. Lurking in the dark, she's poised somewhere between the shadows and the light. For some it's a mystique that's attractive and sexy, For others, possibly even dangerous. Perhaps there's some magical magnetism that, one way or another, draws us closer. Her name is....whatever she wants it to be.

Blue Light In The Basement

It was the 70's. Saturday night back in NYC. Brooklyn to be exact. You could always count on someone throwin' a house party. Maybe you didn't get a personal invite but somewhere, somebody had it goin' on. Seek and you would find. The neighborhood buzz would lead you to the place where you greeted by the sounds. You might get lucky and gain entry if you knew somebody that knew somebody partyin' at 'so and so's' house. Me? I had connections to the DJ spinnin the tunes using MY records...

The Sounds Of The Season

Christmas....ahhhh, the most wonderful time of year. A time to gather, reminisce and reflect. A time to LOVE.

Funnin'.....Old School Still Nu

Always putting my jazzy twist on things....and of course, 'IN THE MIX', Funnin' is a one of the 30 minute jazz mixes I put together for a short stint on a radio network several years back. It was challenging and exciting to do something different and spice up the show at that time. It was my 30 minutes to show off my skills. The shows producer loved the mixes and kept me on. Unfortunately that whole thing came to an abrupt end. It ended up being a stepping stone for bigger and better...

Phyllis Hyman, Angel Flying Free

It's easy for me to admit I fell in love with this woman at some point a long time ago. Like so many others, I still have much love for her even now. Phyllis captured me with that beautiful voice and captivating beauty. My "Sophisticated Lady". The One who has the amazing ability to make me remember, recall, reminisce, reflect and forget, leaving behind those sad days and difficult times. Rather instead I found solace in and coolin' with Phyllis and those collabs with Pharoah Monk...

The Carefree Drive, The Ride You Can't Live Without (

THE SHOW MUST GO ON....... In spite of the fact that I practically lost my voice due to a battle with a cold, and physically was a little drained, this is where the rubber meets the road. Time to put in some work, after all, mentally I was feeling pretty good. Good enough to take a Carefree Drive. MUSIC BE MY HEALER! If you happen to be a little under the weather, maybe the change of seasons got ahold of ya, then this show is for you. Get your Kleenex, sit down, get comfy and hang...

The Carefree Drive... The Ride You Can't Live Without!!

***Intro*** Just Came Here To Chill Smooth Jazz All Stars The Chill Factor Emanuel Stanley Chill Session Audley Reid Closer Nick Colionne Because It's Really Love Maysa While You Were Dreaming (feat. Michael Lington) Adam Hawley Free Ain't Free Mikael We Got That Love Dee Lucas Come with Me Zolbert Love, Passion and Joy Euge Groove Tender Daniel Chia Love Take Me (Featuring Lindsey Webster) Rick Braun Anytime Anyplace Do...

Downtime Volume. 6

Several years ago (I was blowing up the music scene as DJ RL then) I created a series of music cds incorporating mainly R&B with an every-now-and-then mix of jazz. I think I actually retired the series at Volume 18. I might post a few more but for now, here's one of my favs from that series....ENJOY!! Dangerously In Love Beyonce Smile Tamia Burn Usher Think About You Luther Vandross Spending Time With You Janet Jackson She Is Hous'ton Simple Things Usher Bedda At Home Jill Scott ...

Downtime Volume 13

Besides jazz I just have this thing for neo-soul...those grooves just get me every time. You'll hear that quite a bit in this mix, another one from my Downtime series. ENJOY!! The Voice (Intro) Raheem Devaughn Without You Charlie Wilson For You Nina Shaw Heaven Kem The Best Rahsaan Patterson Without You Kem Makings of You (Interlude) Angie Stone Know It's Alright (Interlude) Carl Thomas Sunshine Floetry All You've Given Carl Thomas ...

Throwin' Down (In The Mix With Reggie TheJazzman)

Today, I just had to bring this mix back....it's full of bass and some funk. One of the great bassists, Victor Bailey passed on today at the young age of 56 and I can see him, feel him and HEAR him still thumpin his bass, the latest addition to the heavenly orchestra. Victor fought the good fight, doing his best to stay in this realm with us but God and life had the last say. His body was afflicted with a disease that slowly caused him to lose control of his muscles, a condition c...

The Sound Of Retro

As I move through my early 50's, I recognize more and more samples of music from back in the day. This helps to keep the music from my era alive and well and is a constant reminder that that music was made to stand the test of time. Its refreshing to see the new school/old school connection. I just love the sound of R&B and neo-soul. Cats like Raphael Saadiq, Babyface and Rahsaan Patterson making sure I get fed regularly. Of course when you put together a set that has some old and n...

Dare To Dream, A Celebration Of the Life Of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

"I have decided to stick with love, hate is too great a burden to bear." -Martin Luther King Jr. January 15th, a great man with a greater love was born. Focused, he lived with a purpose burning within him and a determination to fulfill his destiny. He had a dream. Unselfish, he gave his life knowing that it would propel and further that dream. "Greater love has no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends". What manner of man was this? This mix recognizes the strengt...

Gospel Meets Neo-Soul

Introduction To Jazzical Gospel Joan Clarke Humblest Manner Joan Clarke Intro Reggie TheJazzman Spirit Karen Bernod What If Sunny Hawkins Send Me I'll Go (Intro-lude) Sunny Hawkins with Jamie Hawkins I Lift My Hands Elder Jake Hughes It's Official (Snippet) Gary Fuston Everyday Jesus Anthony Brown & group therAPy The Mystery of Godliness Jason Coleman (feat. Eric Westbrook & Estee Bullock) Way We Praise Adrianne Archie Destiny Izzy In Love Tyshan Knight Hear M...

Twilight's Embrace

Intro After 8 Ronny Jordan Lovin' You Jimmy Sommers Imagine This [feat. Nancy Wilson] Terri Lyne Carrington Open Space Nils Toni's Song Soundscape UK You Are Steve Baxter Sexy Cool George Duke Options Joey Sommerville Don't Worry Daniel Davis Overjoyed Les Sabler Isabella Gregg Karukas You, Me And Forever Najee Lost In Our Love Bobby Lyle Romance the Night Najee (Feat. Phil Perry) He Loves Me Preston Smith Wishing On A Star Jaared Kimi...

After The Rain

The rain.... It was one of those days....again Cloudy and wet, certainly a mood changer from the previous summer day, one of clear skies and sunshine. Rain can be a mood changer and as the light rains fell upon us all day, rather than darken my mood, it provided the perfect ambience for this mix. It was a summer storm that brought with it subtle claps of thunder and just enough flashes of lightning to separate the grey clouds from the red evening sky. This all got me to thinking a...

Sunday's Gospel Brunch, The 'REAL' Soul Food (Vol 6) 2015

I Will Wait Jocelyn Brown Worthy to Be Praised Jennifer Mekel I Lift My Hands Arkansas Gospel Mass Choir No Matter What Jonathan Butler Falling In Love With Jesus Maranatha! Praise Band I Call You Jesus Tina Campbell Something Happens (Jesus) Bishop Paul S. Morton Secret Place CD Porter Your Love Wins Marvin Sapp Pass Me Not (feat. Zachary Harris) Antonia Wilson Just a Closer Walk Angela Bryant-Brown Make Me Over Randy Scott Testify Robert E. Person Hosanna Earnest Pugh I Really ...

Groovin' Coolin' Top Down

30 minute mix of jazz to groove to... Intro Reggie TheJazzman Seven Years of Good Luck Joe Sample Teresa Pieces of A Dream You Got Something Jeff Lorber From A To Z Alexander Zonjic Steppin' Nelson Rangell My Sensitivity (Gets in the Way) Ledisi Uptown Groovin' Soundscape UK A New Day Duncan Miller

Fade To Black Volume 3, Bedtime Stories

Soundtrack to My Life Myroslav Levytsky & Rens Newland Intro Reggie TheJazzman How Do You Keep The Music Playing Gail Jhonson Got To Be There Eric Marienthal Travels Pat Metheny When I Look In Your Eyes Bennett B Hello My Brother Maurice Johnson String Poet David Benoit Cosmopolitan Nights Lifescapes Music Suzie s Smiling Michael E Angela (theme from Taxi) Alexander Zonjic Some Next Grace Nelson Rangell Concetta Emil Palame Obsession Alphonse Mouzon Day Dre...

Sunday's Gospel Brunch, The 'REAL' Soulfood Dec 2014

Just as I Am Geneatha Wright Intro Reggie Thejazzman Thank You Lord Tina Jenkins Crawley I'll Praise You Lamar Campbell & Spirit of Praise The Presence of the Lord Pastor David Wright & N.Y. Fellowship Mass Choir Holy Spirit Dennis Reed & Gap God Made Me Mississippi Mass Choir Encouraged (feat. Justin Savage) Donnie McClurkin Releasing a Sound William McDowell He Deserves the Glory Geneatha Wright Come Thou Almighty King Pastor David Wright & N.Y. Fellowship Mass Choir ...