Talking Smooth Jazz
317 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★ - 7 ratingsInterviews with smooth jazz artists from around the world!
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DRUMMER, ELIJAH GILMORE
September 26, 2018 02:00 - 51 minutes - 45.8 MBTalking Smooth Jazz welcomes Elijah Gilmore, an American jazz artist, composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, best known as a drummer. His debut album Return To Zen, features Gerald Veasley, Dominick Farinacci, Reggie Wooten, Ben Tankard, and Mike Pope to name a few. If you like jazz then this is a great album to add to your jazz collection! His new album received raved reviews by multi-grammy award-winning jazz group, The Manhattan Transfer Singers! Follow Elijah on Facebook, Twitter...
GUITARIST J.J. SANSAVERINO
September 21, 2018 02:00 - 59 minutes - 53.1 MBGuitarist JJ Sansaverino is an extraordinary performer who has a "take no prisoners" performance attitude. Over the past 25 years, he has reached millions touring the world with his “a la Santana meets Benson” musical style, a mix of Smooth Jazz, R&B, and Reggae. With the upcoming release of his third CD, "International Groove" JJ puts forward a stunning selection of original compositions. The first single "When I'm With You" topped the radio charts. Now, with his latest single "Festivo" it i...
JAZZ VOCALIST LORI WILLIAMS
September 19, 2018 02:00 - 46 minutes - 41.3 MBAcclaimed jazz vocalist Lori Williams is turning a corner in 2017. In possession of a most impressive resume as a performing artist, educator, songwriter, producer, support vocalist and musical theater actress, her reputation and level of respect are top shelf and unimpeachable. However, Washington, D.C.-native Lori is electing to let her hair down to pursue a more relaxed passion path in the realms of the Quiet Storm and R&B-leaning Soul-Jazz. Kicking off this current (and surely to evolve) ...
GUITARIST KEN NAVARRO
September 16, 2018 20:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBOn September 21, 2018, a very special new album Music For Guitar and Orchestra will be released. The album (Navarro’s 24th) also features special guest performances from drummers Dave Weckl (Chick Corea, Mike Stern) and Chad Wackerman (James Taylor, Frank Zappa), bassist John Patitucci (Wayne Shorter, Al Dimeola), saxophonist Eric Marienthal (The Rippingtons, Jeff Lorber) and harpist Lori Andrews. Eight (8) songs which Ken has scored and arranged for orchestra and his guitar are a part of th...
KEYBOARDIST, SKINNY HIGHTOWER
September 08, 2018 20:00 - 52 minutes - 47.5 MBAfter acquiring positive reception from his label debut Emotions and reaching #1 on the Smooth Jazz Billboards with his first single Taboo, Skinny Hightower seeks to stake his claim as a smooth jazz powerhouse with his third effort RETROSPECT, set to release September 14th. Retrospect features, saxophonist Konstantin Klashtorni, guitarist Almon Johnson, vocalist Bebe Merrills, and drummer Nate Smith. "PEOPLE DIDN'T REALLY GET TO HEAR MY PIANO INFLUENCES ON EMOTIONS AS I WAS JUST GETTING A F...
TRUMPETER ROB ZINN
August 22, 2018 02:00 - 55 minutes - 49.8 MBRob Zinn's latest album, Walk The Walk, is produced by double Grammy winner Paul Brown. The album has elements of blues, funk, and R&B all woven around a hip contemporary smooth groove. Several tracks feature east coast sax player Andrew Neu, Michael Paulo on sax and Paul Brown on guitar. "The entire album is simply chock full of swells, lulls, subtle funk, and just great grooves you can only get from one who knows his/her way around not only their instrument but the music they have chosen t...
SAXOPHONIST MICHAEL PAULO
August 19, 2018 20:00 - 55 minutes - 49.9 MBInternationally Renown Saxman Michael Paulo new release after ten years. Hailed as his best work yet featuring performances by Peter White, Paul Brown, David Benoit, Brian Simpson, Paul Jackson Jr, and more. Dynamic, sensual and heartwarming saxophone. Beautiful Day features a collection of popular songs and jazz classics along with original compositions by Sax man Michael Paulo. After a ten year hiatus from recording, he is back with his full sound, sensual ballads, and funky grooves. Featu...
TRUMPETER ISAAC BYRD, JR.
August 10, 2018 02:00 - 48 minutes - 43.7 MBTrumpeter Isaac Byrd, Jr. returns with a brand new cd, Come Fly With Me, featuring guitarists Nils and David P. Stevens, bassist Blair Bryant, saxophonists Marcus Anderson and Will Donato, trumpeter Tom Browne, and Willie Moore III. Follow Isaac on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
GUITARIST, DAVID P. STEVENS
August 08, 2018 02:00 - 57 minutes - 51.7 MBQuickly becoming a recognized name in contemporary jazz, is multi-talented guitarist, writer, producer, performer, David P Stevens. Having shared the stage with the likes of Gerald Albright, Nick Colionne, Najee, Alex Bugnon, Frank McComb, Jeff Kashiwa, Gerald Veasley, Brian Simpson, James Lloyd, and several more, at festivals such as Berks Jazz Fest, Rehoboth Jazz fest, Queen City Summer Fest, Capitol Jazz Cruise, Lake Arbor Jazz festival and more, David is solidifying his place as that fun...
SAXOPHONIST CHARLES PROPHET, JR.
August 01, 2018 02:00 - 48 minutes - 43.7 MBWhen you think of artists like Grover Washington Jr. or Gerald Albright you can close your eyes and become inspired by the amazing sound of smooth jazz. This sound is exactly what inspired Charles Prophet Jr. to pick up the saxophone at the young age of 11. Studying under Detroit jazz masters such as Wendell Harrison and George Benson, he developed a foundation for jazz bebop language. As a student at Wayne State, he majored in jazz studies under the direction of Ernie Rodgers and Russ Miller...
SAXOPHONIST CURTIS HAYWARD
July 25, 2018 02:00 - 54 minutes - 49 MBOn his latest album, Summer Breeze, saxophonist Curtis Haywood has broadened his signature ballad sound with Urban Contemporary rhythms from his R&B Funk roots, thanks to production partner and longtime friend Ainsley Taylor and the early work of Witnel Paul. “Wherever The Chips Fall" (featuring Nathaniel Mitchell on keyboards) and the inspirational "Promise Me” are the lead singles. Curtis exuberates his passion on The Stylistics’ classic "You Are Everything", displays his versatility with...
TRUMPETER WILLIE BRADLEY
July 18, 2018 02:00 - 52 minutes - 47.2 MBOctober 3, 2017, he may have made his name playing as part of the James Brown band, but trumpeter Willie Bradley has become a go-to musician for many of soul music’s greats over the years. Willie is readying his new CD, Going With the Flow, and it promises to be a smooth winner. To put a sharper point on that, the first single from the album is out, and it is terrific. Featuring Manhattans lead singer and longtime SoulTracks fave Gerald Alston, “In the Meantime” is a cool midtempo number tha...
DANEEN WILBURN
July 13, 2018 02:00 - 56 minutes - 50.7 MBDaneen’s new album, “After All This Time” is a compilation of Soulful Jazz and gospel inspired music. Daneen’s rich vocals and smooth tones will move the heart. The album is filled with original music, including the recreation of a song recorded nearly 40 years ago, by her uncle’s gospel quartet, entitled, “I’ll Be Free”. Daneen’s motto is “A song should be both heard, and felt.” When asked about Daneen’s voice, her producer, Kamau Kenyatta says, "I've had the opportunity to work with some tr...
SAXOPHONIST ANDRE DELANO
July 11, 2018 02:00 - 54 minutes - 49 MBEast St. Louis native, Andre Delano, launches the next phase of his career with the release of his highly anticipated fourth album suitably titled IV. For centuries, the number four has been considered the perfect number. It is the number of completion, perfection, faith, humanity, and love and Delano’s latest album takes you on an unforgettable journey into the four corners of his mind.? IV is an explosive, sensual, R&B vocal-filled album. From the first song "Smashin" which speaks about th...
GUITARIST U-NAM
July 04, 2018 02:00 - 58 minutes - 52.2 MBGuitarist, U-Nam, returns to talk about his new release, Is That So?, and the newest artist signed to his Skytown Record Label, Ukranian saxophonist, Andrey Chmut's debut release, Smoothability, feat. Bob James, U-Nam & Valeriy Stepanov. In fact Andrey contributes to four of the tracks from Stepanov’s debut CD ‘New Beginnings’ and now, with his own album ‘Smoothability’, he is at last stepping center stage. With featured performances from the consistently excellent U-Nam, plus the timeless ...
SAXOPHONIST DEE LUCAS
June 29, 2018 02:00 - 58 minutes - 52.8 MBNational recording artist and saxophonist Dee Lucas has been steadily growing his brand and fan base beginning with Remembrance in 2004, a tribute to the late legend George Howard. Thereafter, it has been a steady showcase of unique stylings with Something to Ride 2 (2007), Standing Room Only (2010), Rebirth of the Smooth (2012), The Smooth Factor (2014), & Going Deeper (2016). Dee's seventh release hits all sweet spots! The Sweet Spot is a six-track EP produced by Bob Baldwin. Follow Dee ...
SAXOPHONIST, GREG CHAMBERS
June 22, 2018 02:00 - 47 minutes - 42.6 MBGreg Chambers' A New Day hybridizes the sounds of tomorrow with those of decades past in 10 compelling original tunes. The title track (and first single) went to radio on May 21st and has already spent two consecutive weeks on the Billboard Most Added list! A collection of feel-good upbeat songs, sultry slow jams, and passionate ballads, A New Day features the all-star talents of (Adam Hawley, Paul Brown, Nate Harasim, Matt Godina, Lew Laing, Roberto Vally, David P. Stevens, Rodney Franklin a...
PRODUCER RAHNI SONG
June 15, 2018 02:00 - 54 minutes - 49 MBAs an ambitious kid growing up in the Stowe Village housing project in Hartford, Connecticut, Rahni was greatly affected by the musical influence of his parents. “Our house always had music playing! Day and night! It was a way of life for me!” Years ago in a small room in the back of the house, his dream began. Wires, microphones and tape recorders everywhere. Hanging on the wall was a spray-painted replica of a gold album. Music staff paper covered the floor as an electric piano sat in the ...
SAXOPHONIST, VINCENT INGALA
June 13, 2018 02:00 - 57 minutes - 52.1 MBTwenty-something music prodigy Vincent Ingala is no stranger to contemporary jazz audiences. His heartfelt, sweet and soulful mix has catapulted him to the top of the Billboard Contemporary Jazz charts, garnering him three Billboard #1s, and eight top 10 hits. The charismatic and handsome instrumental wizard has endeared fans, contemporaries and critics alike with his consummate musicianship, fun-loving stage presence, energized and inspired performances and all-around passion. With the rele...
SAXOPHONIST, PHIL DENNY
June 10, 2018 20:00 - 53 minutes - 48.1 MBSaxophonist Phil Denny returns with a brand new release, Align. All original 11-track performance balanced with fresh urban vibes, up-tempo and sultry grooves as well as featured artists, guitarists David P. Stevens and Adam Hawley. Follow Phil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
SAXOPHONIST, JESSY J
June 05, 2018 02:00 - 52 minutes - 47.5 MBWith the release of her new album “Live at Yoshi’s – 10 Year Anniversary Special,” Jessy J celebrates a remarkable decade since she brought her sizzling beats, dynamic Latin and samba rhythms with sensual melodies to contemporary jazz via her #1 hit debut album, Tequila Moon. Follow Jessy J on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
SAXOPHONIST, JUDAH SEALY
June 02, 2018 20:00 - 57 minutes - 51.9 MBJudah Sealy is a saxophonist/keyboardist from Rochester, NY. Currently, he is a music teacher at Rochester Prep West Elementary and Music Director at Church Of Love Faith Center. Judah is a graduate of Roberts Wesleyan College in 2007 with a B.A. in Music and a recording artist. His debut album "The Arrival" was released August 14,2015. His new cd is called Welcome Home. Follow Judah Sealy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
TRUMPETER, ISAAC BYRD, JR.
May 31, 2018 02:00 - 41 minutes - 37.4 MBTrumpeter, Isaac Byrd, Jr., returns to talk about his upcoming release, Come Fly With Me. Come Fly With Me is a feel-good track that exhibits all that we love about contemporary smooth jazz paired with subtle funk nuances that are sure to make you dance wherever you find yourself listening. Follow Isaac on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Inaugural Fandross Festival 2018
May 06, 2018 20:00 - 39 minutes - 35.5 MBJoin us for the inaugural Fandross Festival presented by the Vandross Family Estate and Divabetic celebrating the musical legacy of Luther Vandross. If Luther’s "smooth as silk" voice, dramatic ballads and up-tempo jams are a major part of the soundtrack of your life, you do not want to miss Fandross Festival 2018. Fandross Festival 2018 recaptures the elegance and excellence of Luther’s career with a Film Presentation of his iconic performances, Music Awards, Stage Costumes & Memorabilia Di...
HARPIST, MARIEA ANTOINETTE
May 05, 2018 20:00 - 49 minutes - 44 MBA native of San Diego, California, Ms. Antoinette's diverse repertoire consists of classical, smooth jazz, and R&B music. She has performed for The President and First Lady Of The United States, Barack and Michelle Obama and at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles with the Southeast Symphony Orchestra. Her solo performances have taken her across the US and abroad. Attending UC San Diego for undergraduate work and continuing on to the University of Arizona for Master classes in harp pe...
SAXOPHONIST, JOHN "JSAXX" WATKINS
May 04, 2018 02:00 - 53 minutes - 48.1 MBJohn “Jsaxx” Watkins, Born in Cleveland Ohio, Developed His Love for Music at the Early Age of 8 Listening to His Father Rev. John C. Watkins, His Uncle Lamar Gaines and His Grandfather Charles Pace. Following in His Family’s Footsteps Jsaxx Picked up the Saxophone and Never Put it Down. Having the Opportunity to Enroll in the Cleveland School of Arts, Allowed Jsaxx to Expand His Knowledge of Wind Instruments as Well as Music Theory and Music Production. John “Jsaxx” Watkins Sound Truly Rep...
SINGER, TAMARA GOLDINELLA
April 22, 2018 20:00 - 40 minutes - 36.1 MBInspired by artists and sounds you can recognize without checking the dial, Tamara Goldinella developed an impeccable ear and vocal sound resonating with truth, youthfulness, sincerity and an underlining sound of soul music fusion creating her "Jazzy-Folk-Bluesy" grit kinda soul music. She's a fresh face, but don't sleep; her captivating performances, impeccable style, and aura are setting the framework for a very long career in music, television, and fashion. Her international Jamaican and ...
BASSIST, BLAIR BRYANT
April 21, 2018 20:00 - 45 minutes - 41.1 MBBlair Bryant is a 24-year-old emerging contemporary-jazz artist, currently signed to the Innervision Records Label. He is a musical prodigy, plays over 14 instruments and is a prolific, writer and producer. Blair is a fierce bassist who plays the upright double bass and electronic fretless, 7 String Conklin, 6 string ESP and 5 string Fender Jazz basses. He also plays Yamaha Stage Custom drums, Korg, Kurzweil and Yamaha Motif Keyboards, Fender Rhodes, Hammond Organs, B3, and XK1. Blair’s “so...
SAXOPHONIST, DANNY KUSZ
April 15, 2018 20:00 - 51 minutes - 45.8 MBMinneapolis based saxophonist was named the hippest jazz cat by Minneapolis/St.Paul Magazine back in 2007 for a reason. His energetic and passionate performances, innovative blend of genres, explosive sound, one-of-a-kind pink inspired brand/style and zest for life truly earns him this title. Danny has carefully crafted and mastered a combination of Prince, The Minneapolis sound, and David Sanborn into a truly unique sound that is instantly recognizable. His truly remarkable career has earned...
Guitarist, Darnell "Showcased" Taylor
April 14, 2018 20:00 - 58 minutes - 52.9 MBWhen a passionate adventurer finds music, then magic ensues. Guitarist Darnell “Showcase” Taylor captivates worldwide audiences through a style that balances tradition with innovation. Born and raised in Moncure, North Carolina, the self-taught musician started his love affair with instruments as a church kid having joined a local band at the age of 15. Playing throughout the country for a wide variety of artists, Taylor eventually met Grammy Award winner Anthony Hamilton. The powerful, sou...
SINGER, KARLA CRUMP
April 08, 2018 20:00 - 58 minutes - 52.3 MBKarla Crump is a native of Hampton, Virginia. She has been singing since the age of five. From choir rooms to music studios, she has been blessed with a talent which has been cultivated into one of the most tantalizing voices to grace a microphone in years. Smooth and melodic characterizes her vocal style. She mesmerizes you with her effortless sounding vibe of r & b with a hint of jazz. She is called, “The Voice,” by many and is definitely a pleasure to the listening ear. Karla has a tr...
SAXOPHONIST PAULA ATHERTON
March 31, 2018 20:00 - 47 minutes - 42.4 MBSaxophonist Paula Atherton is back with a new release, Shake It, featuring Bill Heller (keyboardist, The Rippingtons); Lionel Cordew (drummer, Spyrogyra); Cindy Bradley, Nick Colionne, and Dave Delhomme. Ronald Jackson from The Smooth Jazz Ride, said about Paula's new release, "Here on Shake It, you have just gotta love the sassiness, the sultriness, the sexiness, the buoyancy of this music. It’s got everything you need for a satisfying listening experience and then some." Follow Paula Athe...
SAM COOKE'S DAUGHTER, MS. CARLA COOKE
March 10, 2018 21:00 - 40 minutes - 36.4 MBThe Legendary Sam Cooke Is about Music, Religion, Romance, and History. Carla Cooke is the youngest daughter of the Legendary Sam Cooke. Carla’s Future Mirrors the Image of Her Father. Carla Crafted Her Sound in the Church Similar to Her Dad. The Younger Cooke Knows Her Father’s Roots Are So Deep That Carla Has Become Her Own Person and Connects with Her Roots Through Her Father’s Music. Having Her Father, Her God Father, Sir Mac Rice, Writer of “Cheaper to Keep Her” and “Mustang Sally” and ...
TRUMPETER, LIN ROUNTREE
February 18, 2018 21:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBLin Rountree aka The Soul-Trumpeter, is an accomplished recording artist, producer, and live performer. With Six solo projects, Twelve Top 20 Billboard singles, and numerous collaborations with some of the industry's top R&B/Contemporary Jazz artists to his credit he is poised to become one of the most renowned artists of his generation. STRONGER STILL the new CD from Trippin N' Rhythm recording artist Lin Rountree features some of the Industry's hottest artists and producers and is set to ...
KEYBOARDIST, JOHN THASAINT
February 11, 2018 21:00 - 55 minutes - 49.8 MBThasaint is an Independent writer/ producer/musician that has been self-producing and honing his craft for more than 25 years. He is an award-winning Illustrative artist who not only creates by his hands but with his mind. Thasaint creates and produces music for just about any genre with more focus towards Smooth Jazz and Adult Contemporary R&B. He released his first recording project to the public the end year of 2012 titled "Love Confessions" and have since released 7 CD projects nonstop. ...
SAXOPHONIST, BK JACKSON
February 10, 2018 21:00 - 50 minutes - 45 MBOne of three saxophonists for Prince, BK Jackson returns with a brand new single Paradise, from his upcoming cd, Life of the Party. Follow BK on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
INTERVIEW WITH SAXOPHONIST, DAVID DAVIS
February 03, 2018 21:00 - 50 minutes - 45.7 MBDavid Davis is one of the most promising, young, talented and gifted musicians today. David was born and raised in Connecticut. He is a Hartt School Of Music graduate with a degree in Jazz studies and Music Management. For five years he studied with and is a protégé of the late world-renowned, professor and jazz saxophonist, Jackie Mclean. David has performed at venue’s along with Mary J. Blige, Deborah Cox, LL Cool J, Brian Mcknight, Keith Washington, Sean Puffy Combs, Kid Kapri, Biz Markie...
GUITARIST, SHELDON FERGUSON
January 28, 2018 21:00 - 47 minutes - 42.9 MBSheldon Ferguson is a guitarist originally from Columbia, South Carolina, currently living in Atlanta, GA. He earned his Bachelors in Professional Music with an emphasis in Performance and Production at Berklee College of Music. In 2011 Sheldon released a smooth jazz album titled "The Brighter Side," at the age of 17. Sheldon performed all over the east coast with his band The Sheldon Ferguson Collective and made several television and radio appearances; including the international radio broa...
INTERVIEW WITH SAXOPHONIST, CHRIS GODBER
January 14, 2018 21:00 - 55 minutes - 49.9 MBChris Godber (God – brrr) has become a highly sought after performer in the smooth jazz realm, playing some of the nation’s largest jazz festivals and his own sold out shows at various jazz clubs thanks to the success of his 2015 acclaimed chart topping album, Starting Over. For 2018, Godber is keeping things moving with the release of his 5th album, MOMENTUM. The project features special guests, Bob Baldwin and Adam Hawley for a fresh and soulful, up-tempo project sure to offer something fo...
BAND SOWECO
October 01, 2017 20:00 - 44 minutes - 39.6 MBSoweco is a powerful and energetic live band with great music and hooky melodies from Sweden. We write a mix of Soul/westcoast/smooth jazz-kind of music. You can hear Sowecos music playing worldwide on radiostations, like smoothjazz.com in California, floridasmoothjazz radio, Soulvationradio in UK and many other stations. Their new release is called, Keep On. Follow Soweco on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
GUITARIST U-NAM
September 10, 2017 20:00 - 1 hour - 55 MB"The Essential Collection” released August 28 on the Skytown Records label, with eight (yes eight) Top 30 US Billboard hits amongst the fifteen standout tracks this is less a retrospective and more a joyous celebration of the high octane guitar driven smooth jazz that has been U-Nam’s calling card ever since 2007 and the release of his critically acclaimed breakthrough album ”Back from the 80’s.” Not only that, and as if to underscore the fact that this is far more than simply a “best of” col...
JAZZ SINGER DOUYE
September 09, 2017 20:00 - 54 minutes - 48.6 MB“Daddy Said So” is Douyé’s debut straight-forward jazz vocal album. It consists of 14 classic jazz standards and features an array of celebrated jazz living musicians including Kenny Barron, Ron Carter, Russell Malone, John Beasley, John Clayton, Roy McCurdy and more. This album was inspired by Douyé’s father, Landy who passed when she was only 11yrs of age. Douyé’s father introduced her to jazz music when she was a child and he encouraged her to become a jazz artist. Well, with that promise...
GUITARIST DEE BROWN
August 27, 2017 20:00 - 39 minutes - 35.3 MBMost love songs are created and inspired by real love and true emotions.dee Brown attests to that on his new single "Hey Baby" written for and inspired by dee's fiancé Shaunia Edwards who tragically passed away in 2016. "She was the reality of my dreams," Says dee. "A woman that was sent to make me whole. I can still hear the sweet sound of her inspiring words whispering in my ear, "Hey baby have a good day." dee decided to dedicate his forthcoming full CD project, "Remembering You," his sec...
SAXOPHONIST ANDRE CAVOR
August 26, 2017 18:00 - 55 minutes - 50.3 MBTrue to its title, the Cleveland based performer’s independent debut album Road Trip chronicles his multi-faceted journey – starting with playing the sax in church and, over the past decade, founding and leading The Cavor Project, an 11 piece ensemble renowned as one of the most diverse bands in the city. Andre Cavor found the perfect producer to take his artistry to the next level in Darren Rahn, a saxophonist and artist who has worked his studio magic for Whalum and Butler in addition to ge...
DRUMMER DEMETRICE EVERETT
August 20, 2017 20:00 - 49 minutes - 44.7 MBDemetrice Everett is mostly known by the nickname “Meat” and stage name “Meatdadrummer.” He is currently the drummer for Billboard Jazz Artist Marcus Anderson. Demetrice Everett is a versatile drummer and is multi-talented individual who can play several styles of music. Demetrice is influenced by dynamic drummers such as Buddy Rich, Dennis Chambers, Dave Weckl, Calvin Rodgers, Will Kennedy, John Robert, Vinnie Colaiuta, Calvin “Coon” Napper, George “Spanky” McCurdy, Chris Coleman and his me...
TRUMPETER CHARMAINE MICHELLE
August 19, 2017 20:00 - 53 minutes - 47.9 MBFaced with the obstacles of sexism, racism, social norms and the mere physicality of the instrument, very few African American women in history have been recorded playing jazz trumpet. Undaunted by such obstacles, in 2010, as a newly divorced mom of two, Charmaine Michelle set out to pursue her dream of becoming a jazz trumpeter. Even though she hadn’t played trumpet in 10 years, since she was already suffering from the loss of her family, she felt she had nothing to lose by auditioning for t...
TRUMPETER HAROLD LITTLE
August 13, 2017 20:00 - 57 minutes - 52.1 MBNobody knows trumpet quite like Harold Little. That's because the DC area musician doesn't see it as just an instrument – it's literally part of who he is, an extension of his personality. Anyone who's seen him play will tell you that he's got a fingertip feel for embouchure and valves. So it's no surprise that he's played with legends like Chuck Brown, Butch Warren, Buck Hill, Eddie Gladden and Calvin Jones. Now with his new band and album, Akoben, scheduled for release on Aug. 11th, that fu...
VOCALIST MICHON YOUNG
August 12, 2017 20:00 - 49 minutes - 44.4 MBMichon C. Young is a gifted psalmist and song writer. Michon has been singing and writing since the age of 12. Michon started her professional musical career by being hand selected by Pastor Marvin L.Winans to sing background on his debut concert in Detroit, Michigan for the release of his 1st solo CD, “Alone but Not Alone”. She has traveled extensively singing background for Pastor Winans and was honored to sing a duet with him at the Grand Opening of Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, Georgi...
KEYBOARDIST, MARVIN THOMPSON, JR.
August 06, 2017 20:00 - 50 minutes - 45.2 MBKeyboardist, songwriter and producer Marvin Thompson Jr. has been creating music for many years. Growing up in Detroit, Michigan he got his start playing piano for his church choir. Writing music for numerous musicals and short films, Marvin has also released several instrumental projects, including his release, In Focus on the December Sky music label, which features jazz-infused instrumental music. He has served as Musical Director for several stage-plays, including Torn Between Two Love...
SAXOPHONIST AHMAD JOHNSON
August 05, 2017 20:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBTalking Smooth Jazz welcomes saxophonist Ahmad Johnson. Ahman has opened for/played with: Larry Carlton, Montel Jordan, Gerald Albright, Will Downing, Spyro Gyra, Joseph Vincelli, Richard Elliot, Peter White, Kem, The Blind Boys of Alabama, Norman Brown, Mindi Abair, Warren Hill, Jeff Golub, & Wayman Tisdale, and Faces The Band. I'll talk to him about his Notes: The Saxophone Edition cd and band, The Usual Suspects. Follow Ahmad on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.