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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SAXOPHONIST CHRIS GODBER
May 07, 2016 20:00 - 58 minutes - 52.6 MBSaxophonist Chris Godber returns with a brand new release, Starting Over. It has a distinctive Smooth Jazz vibe that bridges the gap between genres. Stellar musicianship on this one with Lowell Hopper and Adam Hawley making sure those Guitar solos are rock solid and Eric Lampley holding down a tight bass line; virtuoso piano work and top notch production courtesy of Caleb Middleton melt it all together. Eleven original tracks and one fresh rendition of Etta James' classic, “At Last” confir...
SINGER JAMES DAY
April 30, 2016 20:00 - 52 minutes - 47.4 MBJames Day has always been a student of life; an observer whose keen understanding of emotions, situations and relationships has translated into a career as an in-demand songwriter and producer. His new release “James Day Songs - Repertoire”, produced by James and guitarist U-Nam, it features the freshly remixed title hit by Tony Terry, plus all new songs and performances by Maysa, Glenn Jones, Trina Broussard and more, peppered with top contemporary jazz soloists U-Nam, Walter Beasley, Lin R...
SAXOPHONIST MICHAEL LINGTON
April 23, 2016 20:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBMulti-talented saxophonist, producer and composer Michael Lington's ninth solo project, SECOND NATURE, in tribute to the roots of Memphis soul is set for release April 22., 2016. The album reunites Lington with producer by Barry Eastmond and features all originals with the exception of one cover, the chart-topping soul anthem, “Soul Finger.” In preparing for this album, Lington immersed himself in the classic Memphis sessions and even journeyed to the STAX museum While most of the album ...
SINGER & SONGWRITER, LEONARD DOZIER
April 17, 2016 20:00 - 1 hourACCOMPLISHED. This single word not only accurately depicts Leonard's nearly 20 years as an actor, singer, writer and producer, but it also depicts the totality of his life. Leonard has released “The Soul of a Pisces, an adult contemporary R&b/soul/smooth-jazz tinged project. We’ll talk to Leonard about his new project, his acting and voice over careers and you’ll hear his spot on impersonation of President Obama, spot on! Follow Leonard on Facebook and Twitter.
BASSIST BYRON MILLER
April 16, 2016 20:00 - 59 minutesByron Miller is emerging from a 12-year recording hiatus with his finest, flawless and most fully realized album as a leader, prophetically titled Psycho Bass. The album – the fourth of his career overall - contains three of the last recorded performances of George Duke, special veteran guests Ndugu Chancler on drums, guitarist David T. Walker and percussionist Sheila E, as well as introduces the universe to the freshly chocolate minted fierceness of the Psycho Bass Band. Slammin’ from begin...
GUITARIST NICK COLIONNE
April 10, 2016 20:00 - 47 minutesGuitarist Nick Colionne is back with a brand new album, The Journey, his 5th solo release. The Journey features Najee, Nicholas Cole, who wrote and produced Uncle Nick, James Lloyd, Wayne Bruce, and Chris “Big Dog” Davis. Follow Nick on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram.
PRODUCER ERVIN "EP" POPE
April 09, 2016 20:00 - 1 hourErvin is the Executive Producer of Hip Hop Legend Scarface's new CD "Deeply Rooted". He's also played keys and produced records for Kanye West, Jay-Z, 50 Cent, Janet Jackson and many other artists. Currently he's on Tour with Rapper The Game, his last CD "Infectious" was Straight Fiyahh. Ervin lastest release October 42, is dedicated to his mother. Follow Ervin on Facebook and Twitter.
SAXOPHONIST MARCUS J
March 20, 2016 20:00 - 52 minutes - 47.1 MBMarcus Johnson is an alto saxophonist rising through the ranks of the Smooth jazz scene. Marcus' debut album entitled “Passion Speaks Louder” is a fuse between Smooth Jazz and Hip Hop. Marcus J has taken the elements from both of these Genres to make his own unique sound. This is the new age of jazz music. Follow Marcus on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
GUITARIST CHRIS STANDRING
March 19, 2016 20:30 - 1 hour - 55 MBChris Standring offers his tenth solo recording with a dazzling soul infused groove-laden jazz set. Digging even deeper into creative territory, Standring continues to stand out from the herd and blaze new trails in the contemporary jazz world. Celebrating the remarkable milestone of album number Ten – an ever evolving catalog that includes the 2011 re-issue of his 1989 first indie recording Main Course (The Early Tapes) - he’s still got the cool, trippy sonics happening via a colorful fusi...
GUITARIST ADAM HAWLEY
March 12, 2016 21:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBGuitarist Adam Hawley’s debut album “Just the Beginning” has been 7 years in the making and features many of the artists he has been working with the past several years including Brian Culbertson, Euge Groove, Gerald Albright, Michael Lington, Eric Darius, Greg Manning, L. Young, and Tracy Carter. Follow Adam on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
3RD FORCE
March 06, 2016 21:00 - 59 minutes - 53.3 MBTalking Smooth Jazz welcomes the founders of 3rd Force, William Aura and Craig Dobbin to talk about their new release, Global Force. Ronald Jackson from The Smooth Jazz Ride said about Global Force: From start to finish, there is so much to love about this album: "The melodies, the rhythms, the sense of a phat, “whole,” sound, and of course, the skill and effort put into it all. Horns blaze brightly (saxman Derrick Edmondson and trumpeter/trombonist Mitch Mannker clearly bring their “A” gam...
TRUMPETER ISAAC BYRD, JR.
February 13, 2016 21:00 - 57 minutes - 51.5 MBTrumpeter Isaac Byrd, Jr. returns to talk about his new release, Life. Life features the catchy dance-pop party song “The Come Up” and the title track “Life”, which features members of Tribe Judah and reflects the emotional transitions he has faced in recent years to be able to blossom now as a confident person and performer. Another irresistible track is the coolly soulful “Dreams”, which features Byrd’s sensual muted trumpet melody floating over graceful piano harmonies and an easy groovin...
SAXOPHONISTS TONY EXUM, JR and DANNY KUSZ'S POWER SOL GROUP
January 31, 2016 21:00 - 59 minutes - 53.4 MBWith the ever growing demand for packaged shows, national recording artists Tony Exum, Jr. and Danny Kusz have teamed up to create the Power Sol Group. This is a high-energy and soulful collective of industry-topping smooth jazz artists that are dedicated to innovating the smooth jazz industry and bringing a unique show to your next event. On their own, founders Tony and Danny have created a unique blend of funk, R&B, fusion and jazz to create the new sound in smooth jazz. The combination ...
MARK ETHEREDGE
January 30, 2016 21:00 - 43 minutes - 38.5 MBKeyboardist and composer Mark Etheredge has just wrapped up “Connected” -- a new contemporary jazz album produced by two-time GRAMMY® winner Paul Brown. The album on Vipaka Records features ten originals composed by Etheredge including two in collaboration with featured guitarists Paul Brown and Chuck Loeb. In addition to drummer Gorden Campbell, bassist Roberto Vally and percussionist Richie Gajate Garcia, keyboardist Etheredge is joined by trumpeter Lee Thornburg and saxophonists Greg Vail ...
SAXOPHONIST TONY CRADDOCK, JR.
January 24, 2016 21:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBSaxophonist Tony Craddock, Jr.’s mission is to connect weather and life through music. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Atmospheric Science and uses weather to illustrate inspirational stories embedded within his music. We’ll talk to Tony about his latest project Convection and his upcoming Valentine Day Smooth Jazz Brunch event with special guest Ken Navarro. Follow Tony on Facebook and Twitter.
KEYBOARDIST DERRICK HARVIN
January 17, 2016 21:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBProducer and keyboardist Derrick Harvin released his debut cd From Here. From Here is not just a product of Harvin’s choice to progress in his music career; it is Harvin’s courageous effort to embrace a brighter tomorrow after the heartbreak of his past. Dedicating the album to his late father, Harvin chooses to view the world from where he is at the moment with eyes wide open and a heart full of faith. He hopes that the story within From Here represents the universality within his audience, ...
SAXOPHONIST JWHITE
November 22, 2015 21:00 - 56 minutes - 50.5 MBJWhite opens up a true original Jazz story with his anticipated EP, "Grit & Glamour!" JWhite paints a vivid picture on the canvas, illustrating the perfect soundtrack for urban life. "Grit & Glamour" is the new soundtrack for urban story telling. Follow JWhite on Facebook and Twitter.
KEYBOARDIST BOB BALDWIN
November 21, 2015 21:00 - 44 minutes - 39.9 MBFour-time SESAC Award-winning and Grammy nominee Pianist/Arranger Bob Baldwin continues his flow of music, and follows up with his tributes to Michael Jackson and Songwriter extraordinaire Thom Bell with his MelloWonder/Songs In the Key of Stevie CD. Follow Bob on Facebook and Twitter.
KEYBOARDIST KEVIN HOWARD
November 15, 2015 21:00 - 57 minutes - 51.5 MBKevin Howard's new cd, Travels, takes you on a journey with 10 of his original compositions blending contemporary jazz, smooth jazz fusion, funk and Latin rhythms. Follow Kevin on Facebook.
VOCALIST HELEN ROGERS
November 14, 2015 21:00 - 46 minutes - 41.7 MBBillboard chart-topping vocalist and songwriter Helen Rogers of Jazzmasters fame returns with her solo debut, the potent Smooth Jazz Meets Reggae (Skinny Bwoy Records). The 10-song set (plus two CD-only bonus tracks), features original songwriting and production, as well as compelling reggae covers of “Don't Know Why” (Norah Jones), “Be Thankful For What You Got” (William DeVaughn) and the reggae classic “I'm Still In Love” (Alton Ellis). Follow Helen on Facebook.
SAXOPHONIST CLIFFORD CLARK
November 08, 2015 21:00 - 57 minutes - 51.5 MBSaxophonist Clifford Clark has released his debut project, Ocean Air, composed and arranged by saxophonist Martin Blockson. Follow Clifford on Facebook.
SAXOPHONIST VINCENT INGALA
November 07, 2015 21:00 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBThe long-awaited third release of multi-instrumentalist, Vincent Ingala, gives you more of his funky, soulful smooth jazz. From the driving upbeat title track, “Coast to Coast,” to the smooth, sensual, “Love On Hold,” Ingala will take you on an emotional journey, In addition to his seven original compositions, Ingala stays true to his love of old-school and R&B with three surprising covers. Follow Vincent on Facebook and Instagram.
GUITARIST JESSE COOK
October 25, 2015 18:00 - 58 minutes - 52.5 MBFor Jesse Cook, music has been a journey. Sonically and literally. His new release, One World, begins another chapter in the multi-tasking artist, composer and producer’s quest. His destination: The digital realm. To create the disc’s emotive melodies, fluid grooves and rich sonic tapestries, he incorporated technology more than ever before. The Paris-born, Toronto-raised Cook himself is a product of cross pollination and his guitar compositions incorporate rumba, gypsy, flamenco, Latin, Af...
BASSIST JOHN DILLARD
October 24, 2015 20:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBProfusely creative, highly energetic, sensitive and yet dynamic are a few words that describe the artistry of this extraordinary bassist. John Dillard embarks upon his journey, setting his pace on his first album as a solo artist, “Lets Ride.” “Lets Ride” is a project of passion, longsuffering, and perseverance. Its smooth, funk-groovy feeling will have you relaxed or wanting to ride with the top down with the wind lowing through your hair. Follow John Dillard on Facebook, Twitter and Inst...
BASSIST AL TURNER
October 18, 2015 20:00 - 56 minutes - 51.2 MBBass Guitar Impresario, Al Turner, affectionately called “The Burner” returns with his latest record “Simply Amazing”, his forth album in 10 years. Simply Amazing finds the gifted producer, expanding his iconic style. Produced by Al Turner, along with Co-Producers Barry Eastmond, Dana Davis and Dave Isaac, Simply Amazing is the latest addition to Al’s diverse catalog. A strikingly balanced record, the album finds Al skillfully blending Jazz, Funk and R&B, making an eclectic melodic statement....
SAXOPHONIST DANTE LEWIS
October 11, 2015 20:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBDante Lewis, a native of Columbia, South Carolina, is a powerful saxophonist and musician. Since the age of 12, Dante has wowed audiences throughout the Carolinas with his quality sound, his engaging personality, and his passion for music. His third cd project, No Cover Charge is produced by the award winning producer Byron Counts and has some of the most enjoyable originals for the smooth jazz listeners that sure to be a favorite in your collection. Follow Dante on Facebook, Twitter and I...
OLETA ADAMS
October 03, 2015 20:00 - 58 minutes - 53 MBSince the runaway success of her 1990 debut album Circle of One (which went Platinum), and the impassioned hit single “Get Here” (the Brenda Russell composition that became an unofficial anthem of the 1991 Gulf War) Oleta Adams has inspired a growing legion of fans in the U.S. and Europe. She's releasing two new singles, Long and Lonely Hours and Safe and Sound from her upcoming prayer album. Follow Oleta on Facebook.
BASSIST BLAIR BRYANT
September 27, 2015 20:00 - 1 hour - 55 MB21 year-old Blair is a fierce bassist who plays more than 10 instruments including: the upright double bass, electronic fretless, 5 string Fender Jazz and 6 string ESP basses. He prefers using piccolo strings, similar to his idols Wayman Tisdale and Stanley Clarke. Blair also plays the Yamaha Motif, Fender Rhodes, Hammond Organs, B3 and XK1. B2 New Colours is the debut project from Blair Bryant. New Colours is a showcase for Blair’s writing and playing style, which is upbeat, layered, lush...
LEGALLY BLYND
September 26, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBLegally Blynd is easily the tightest, most creative soul-blues band performing today. Great songs rooted in the blues and gospel quartet traditions, written by and featuring the deeply soulful lead vocals of John "Jubu" Smith, a double whammy of awesome guitar work by Jubu and Errol Cooney, and a rhythm section made up of some of the most accomplished players in the business make for a truly world-class team. --Lee Hildebrand, Veteran Contributor to the San Francisco Chronicle and Living Blue...
GROOVE, LTD. FEATURING GUITARIST U-NAM AND SAXOPHONIST SHANNON KENNEDY
September 13, 2015 20:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBOn the heels of the success of their first single, "It's Only Love", which earned a place on USA Today/Mediabase and was #11 on Allen Kepler's Top 20 Smooth Jazz Countdown as well as being a favorite of his for several months, Groove LTD. is gearing up for the release of their debut album, First Class. Produced and written by Billboard Chart Topping Artist and Multi-Platinum Producer, U-Nam, First Class is an energetic album that will have listeners playing it on repeat. Teaming up with up an...
SAXOPHONIST LEBRON
August 30, 2015 20:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBSaxophonist Lebron releases his 2nd album "New Era" featuring Keith Fluitt, trumpeter Lin Rountree, bassist Julian Vaughn and vocalist Rachael Gehmlich. Ronald Jackson from The Smooth Jazz Ride said about New Era, “Truly an album of class, funk, romance, soul, and feel-good energy. Follow Lebron on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
GUITARIST KEN NAVARRO
August 29, 2015 20:00 - 58 minutes - 52.3 MBNew and Beautiful Contemporary Jazz from one of the genres most gifted and successful recording artists. Top charting and award winning contemporary guitarist and composer Ken Navarro has created his 22nd album “Unbreakable Heart”. With 11 new compositions, Navarro's brilliant acoustic and electric work are featured throughout this exciting release. Follow Ken on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
KEYBOARDIST AND PRODUCER NICHOLAS COLE
August 26, 2015 02:00 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBTrippin N Rhythm's recording artist keyboardist and producer Nicholas Cole is back with this third release, Night Sessions. With a killer horn section and featuring saxophonist Steve Cole on Date Night, basist Julian Vaughn on My Love, Anthony Saunders on So Good, and Kay-Ta-Matsuno on Hide and Seek. Night Sessions is available on Amazon. Follow Nicholas on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
SAXOPHONIST CURTIS HAYWOOD
August 12, 2015 02:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MBSaxophonist Curtis Haywood returns with a new cd, Smooth Ingredients. Follow Curtis on Facebook, Twitter and Instragram.
SUN SOUL ORCHESTRA
August 09, 2015 21:00 - 58 minutes - 52.6 MBCreated by husband and wife team Steveo Theard and Ginger Murphy, together they have formed the Sun Soul Orchestra, a spirited ensemble featuring a string quartet, vocalists, and instrumentalists playing originals and arrangements of Soul Music. Sun Soul Orchestra is an inspired project that features a rotating collection of artists performing original music and covers arranged by Stevo and Ginger. We will talk to Stevo about their new release, What Matters Most. Follow on Facebook, Twitte...
GUITARIST NILS
August 08, 2015 20:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MBNils returns with his first full studio album since his 2012 release "City Groove" call "Alley Cat." The 12-track disc includes artists bassist Darryl Williams, trumpeter Johnny Britt, saxophonist Eric Marienthal, and the late drummer, Ricky Lawson. Follow Nils on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
GUITARIST PAUL WHITLEY
August 05, 2015 02:00 - 57 minutes - 51.8 MBGuitarist Paul Whitley returns with a new release called "Come Groove With Me", a collection of 13 original songs. The CD builds on a broad stylistic range musically, from the highly charged, gospel – influenced, jazz and soul with accompanying vocals. Follow Paul on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
SAXOPHONIST NAJEE
July 29, 2015 02:00 - 59 minutes - 54 MBThe Multi-Platinum & Multi-Grammy Nominated Instrumentalist Najee is back with his new album "YOU, ME, AND FOREVER" featuring "soulful vocalist" Frank McComb, "Pieces of A Dream" James Lloyd and "producer" Robert Damper. Follow Najee on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
KEYBOARDIST CECIL RAMIREZ
July 19, 2015 20:00 - 59 minutes - 54 MBCecil Ramirez is an independent contemporary jazz artist, pianist and composer from Sacramento, California, USA. He has been a headline artist for Brian Culbertson's Napa Valley Jazz Getaway and Sax On The River. This year, Cecil co-hosted the official Welcome Dinner for Napa Valley Jazz Getaway 2015 with Brian with guests artists BC, Eric Darius, and Vincent Ingala. He will be back at Sax On The River 2015 as a headliner and music director. Cecil's new CD Party In The Back is Cecil's homage...
SAXOPHONIST PHIL DENNY
June 30, 2015 02:00 - 55 minutes - 49.7 MBSaxophonist Phil Denny returns following the three-time Billboard charting debut release "Crossover" with more tasty lyricism, sultry flow and stylish groove on the diverse and well-balanced sophomore release "Upswing." The 11-track offering infuses elements of R&B, urban vibe, uptempo pop and funk. "Upswing" will be available July 1, 2015! Follow Phil on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
DRUMMER WENDELL HOLMES, JR.
June 13, 2015 20:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBDrummer Wendell Holmes Jr. incorporates the dynamics of rhythm with the perception of sound, redefining the ability to apply beats and melodies to all aspect of musicianship ranging from athleticism and performing arts to creation and production. Conference USA athlete turn, professional percussionist, Wendell Holmes Jr. brings a universal vibe to Jazz fusing the simplicity of Gospel drumming with the displacement of Rock drumming, creating a balance of heart felt grooves. We will talk to We...
SAXOPHONIST J. HENRY
June 07, 2015 20:00 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBWe'll talk to saxophonist J. Henry about his Phenomenon record, scheduled for release on Tuesday, June 9 on the Spectra Jazz label. Follow J. Henry on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
THE QUEEN CITY JAZZ FEST 2015
June 03, 2015 02:00 - 52 minutes - 47.6 MBCharles Whitfield and R&B artist Will Downing talks to us about The Queen City Jazz Fest happening June 20, 2015 at The Uptown Amphitheater at NC Music Factory in Charlotte, NC. Artists scheduled to performed are Will Downing, Brian Culbertson and Mike Phillips with Karen Briggs. Tickets are on sale at www.livenation.com. You'll also hear new music from Will Downing's new release, Chocolate Drops. Follow The Queen City Jazz Fest on Twitter.
SAXOPHONIST JAZMIN GHENT
May 31, 2015 20:00 - 55 minutes - 50 MBNew artist, Jazmin Deborah Ghent is a young very soulful, passionate and dynamic saxophonist from Huntsville, Alabama. This recent graduate from Florida State University and Tennessee State University's Music Education/Jazz Studies Department is known for her exceptional tone quality and her ability to combine her gospel roots to create a fresh new sound to the smooth jazz music industry. Her self-entitled EP is described as tremendously diverse from the upbeat sounds of "Boss", the creative ...
TRUMPETER DAVID JONES
May 30, 2015 20:00 - 58 minutes - 52.5 MBEmerging from Alabama’s Gulf Coast like an exciting and electric force of musical nature, multi-talented composer, trumpeter and vocalist David Jones calls his brand of Smooth Jazz, “Soul Jazz” and titles it BEAUTIFUL MUSIC! There’s so much more here than that title implies. With the help of guitarist Eric Essix, Jones gets the party off to a soulful, funk-drenched start, having his trumpet declare on his radio hit, “Let The Players Play.” He and Essix keep the rock/soul hoppin’ on “Glory Be....
TRUMPETER GREG ADAMS
May 20, 2015 02:00 - 1 hour - 72.8 MBTrumpeter Greg Adams and his band East Bay Soul are back with what should be a smash album for them called That’s Life, as they harness some of that ol’ Greg Adams CD Tower of Power feel (like that found on the lead track “Little Black Dress”) as well as some other creative presentations. Eclecticism, innovativeness, soul, and a full-blown commitment to excellence – this is the stuff great albums must include as ingredients for success. Adams and his band have sailed this one out of the park...
KEYBOARDIST NATE HARASIM
May 17, 2015 20:00 - 1 hour - 54.8 MBCelebrating 10 years in the music industry, composer, keyboardist and multi-instrumentalist Nate Harasim, earned a Grammy nomination for his work on Dave Koz’s Billboard #1 Jazz Album Hello Tomorrow and a 2014 Soul Train nod for Vandell Andrew’s #1 hit “Let’s Ride.” He scored a #1 for Steve Oliver (“Fun in the Sun”) as one of 14 Top 20 tunes and has also helmed sessions for Darren Rahn, Steve Oliver, Lin Rountree, Julian Vaughn and Vandell Andrew, among others. A tireless entertainer Harasim’...
SAXOPHONIST GREG CHAMBERS
May 09, 2015 20:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBSaxophonist Greg Chambers joins us to talk about his latest CD, "Can't Help Myself, entirely produced by Nate Harasim & Matt Godina, and features 2x Grammy winner Paul Brown, Julian Vaughn, and Nils. Follow Greg on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
FRANK MCCOMB
May 06, 2015 02:00 - 56 minutes - 50.5 MBNamed one of the 27 greatest keyboard players of all time by Music Radar, Frank McComb is a divine soul man who speaks with the native tongue of soul, jazz, blues and pop. His virtuoso vocal and piano work has made him not only an indispensable and highly sought after session musician, but a favorite on the soul, jazz and R&B scenes. He’s worked with Prince, Branford Marsalis, George Duke, Patrice Rushen, Gerald Levert, The Rude Boys, and so many more! Frank will talk to us about his new ...
GUITARIST JJ SANSAVERINO
April 26, 2015 20:00 - 59 minutes - 53.6 MBNational recording artist for Innervision Records and guitarist for Maxi Priest, Guitarist JJ Sansaverino returns with his latest release Waiting For You, dedicated to his friend, drummer Ricky Lawson,and featuring Ze Luis, Gary Stanionis and Vivian Sessoms. Follow JJ on Twitter and Instagram.