Nelson Garcia - "East Coast Drive" - Next Paradigm
Next Paradigm Records is thrilled to present NEWLY SIGNED Tenor Saxophonist, Nelson Garcia with his latest sensational smash hit radio single “East Coast Drive”. This time around, Nelson has taken a FRESH new approach by signing on with Next Paradigm Records. “East Coast Drive” was produced by Multi #1 hit making phenom/ keyboardist/bassist Jacob Webb. Also joining in is one of contemporary jazz’s hottest guitarists, Adam Hawley! You can hear Adam’s beautiful guitar production shining throughout the entire
composition. Connecticut based Saxophonist Nelson is working on his DEBUT album on Next Paradigm Records set to be released January 2021. This Head Boppin’ Dance Hit will most certainly keep the listeners on the edge of their seat until the end! “East Coast Drive” is a MUST ADD to your spring and summer collection of music. Let Nelson’s inviting warm saxophone timbre take you on a ride as we’re about to embark on an “East Coast Drive”. On Behalf of Next Paradigm Records, We would like to thank you for your time and consideration.
Reza Khan - "Next Train Home" - Painted Media
The Bangladesh born and raised, NYC based composer/guitarist Reza Khan is back with his third single, title track “Next Train Home” which starts with a dreamy atmosphere and subtle locomotive percussion, with melodic-harmonic interaction by Khan and Egan that will remind people of the classic Pat Metheny vibe. It evolves into a high energy funk jam featuring swirling vibes, deep exotic percussion and dramatic symphonic textures. While Khan’s core acoustic and electric lines are front and center on every tune of Next Train Home – the album features bassist Mark Egan, pianist Matt King, drummers Mauricio Zottarelli and Graham Hawthorne, percussionist Gumbi Ortiz, guitarist Nils, rhythm guitarist Sergio Pereira, saxophonists Jeff Kashiwa and Andy Snitzer, flutist David Mann and keyboardist Philippe Saisse, who also plays synth and adds touches of accordion and marimba. For Reza, his latest project is a musical statement declaring that he has come a long way as a musician, and the decades he’s dedicated to his craft have resulted in his best piece of work ever.
Alex Parchment - "Vibin' In Time" - Next Paradigm
Next Paradigm Records is thrilled to announce “Vibin’ In Time”, a fresh follow up single to Alex Parchment’s debut Billboard smash hit single, “It’s Real”. Parchment has raised the bar with this electrifying new cut, a gem that was produced by multi #1 hit making phenom/keyboardist/bassist Jacob Webb. Also joining him on alto sax is the seasoned Phillip “Doc” Martin. Parchment, a Washington D.C. based trumpeter, is gearing up for his debut album entitled Burnin’ Up set to be released April 24th, 2020 on Next Paradigm Records. This funky jam will most certainly keep the listeners on the edge of their seat until the end! “Vibin’ In Time” is a must add to your spring and summer playlists.
Jana Herzen - "With An Open Heart" - Motema Music
On her soulful and timeless album of folk, pop, world, blues and jazz-tinged originals, singer-songwriter Jana Herzen (who happens also to head up the Multi-GRAMMY®- winning Motéma label,) reaches new heights as a musical storyteller, composer and guitarist. Herzen’s smooth vocals on this collection of poetic and groove-solid originals are supported by an ace jazz band with powerful chemistry led by legendary jazz bassist Charnett Moffett who co-produced the album. Nothing But Love reveals a sophisticated portrait of love in many guises and the studio video recently inspired over 200K views on Facebook and jumped her FB followers up 10 fold to over 5000 in three short weeks. Herzen’s single “With An Open Heart” will resonate with fans of such artists as Eva Cassidy, Sting, Melody Gardot, Diana Krall, Carole King, Joni Mitchell, and Karen Carpenter.
Michael J Thomas - "Sippin' The Yak" - Harbor Breeze
Florida based saxman Michael J. Thomas is back with his latest single, “Sippin’ The Yak,” the second lead single from Stream’n Love, his highly anticipated new EP. Written by Thomas and keyboardist Trammell Starks and produced by Thomas, Starks and Carl Griffin, the track is a silky, mid-tempo light funk ballad that begins in a dreamy and inviting atmospheric flow before bursting into one of Thomas’ most infectious soprano driven hooks ever. Longtime urban jazz fans may detect the slight influence of the late George Howard – and with good reason. Just before recording the track in Atlanta, co-producer Carl Griffin – who as an exec with GRP Records worked with the R&B/jazz soprano sax legend in the 90s – played Thomas some classic Howard tracks. Another cool connection is Sam Sims, the bassist on “Sippin’ the Yak,” who played with Howard back in the day. As for the quirky title, “Yak” is an urban euphemism for “Cognac.” Smooth and Tasty!
Tony Saunders w/ Paul Jackson Jr. - "Tony's Romance" - San Francisco Records
For the silky and simmering, anticipation filled “Tony’s Romance,” Saunders pairs his tight, snappy bass and a dreamy synth atmosphere with the old school jangle, cool harmony lines and crackling inventive soloing of Paul Jackson Jr. This isn’t your typical candlelight date, more like an invitation to groove all night long with a dance partner – with Saunders’ and Jackson’s serenade as the perfect soundtrack. True to the diversity of Tony Saunders’ legendary resume, the bassist/composer is always full of stylistic and thematic surprises from project to project and Sexy Somethin delivers.
Adrian Crutchfield - "Lover" - Independent
Deon Yates ft. Nathan Mitchell - "In the Moment" - FCP Records
Quintastic, the latest project from saxman Deon Yates, takes you on a musical journey through different moods and delivers a bit of sonic seduction with tracks like “In The Moment,” produced by and featuring keyboardist, Nathan Mitchell. The title track, written and produced by Darren Rahn, is a quintessential Smooth Jazz vibe made especially for radio. “When We Meet Again,” a tribute to Deon’s mother, is a light Pop infused gem penned by Jackiem Joyner who also co-wrote, Deon’s homage to the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Black Panther, “The Night.” A hard hitting driving tune to cruise to with your top down. Every track is a radio single, according to Yates. So come on and join us on this Smooth Jazz Ride!
Quintin Gerard W. - "Roundtrip LAX" - O.T.S. Music
With a thriving career as both a contemporary jazz artist and a private pilot, Quintin Gerard W. combines his two talents in the perfectly titled album, Cleared For Takeoff, which takes listeners on an impressive musical and thematic journey related to airplanes, flying to exotic destinations and visiting the deeper spiritual places in his heart. As a resident of Los Angeles throughout the 90’s, Quintin is especially fond of “Roundtrip LAX,”– the first single: a spirited mid-tempo, light funk ballad whose mystical old-school/soul-jazz vibe includes a wild George Duke-like synth solo and recalls the style of his time making music while living there. The generous 14 track set begins with actual voices from air traffic controllers on “ATC Clearance (Intro)” and includes compelling titles like “Cruisin’ on Taxi Way,” “Air Beneath Your Wings,” “Attitude Indicator,” “Latin Layover,” “Visibility Is Ten Miles,” “Candlelight Flight With Me,” “Have A Safe Flight Home”. “I wanted Cleared For Takeoff to not only reflect everything I love about aviation, but to be a metaphor for listeners to think about their own life’s journey.”
The Groove Project - "Shadows" - Narked Records
The Groove Project is an American musical supergroup formed by Grammy® Award nominated musician & producer Arun Shenoy. It features a rolling roster of musicians and the current lineup is an 8-man musical group fronted by Shenoy alongside acclaimed producer Matthew Shell, prominently featuring pianist Lonnie Park, and saxophonist Marcus Mitchell. Working on a Smooth Jazz album about man’s fascination with flight, the band has already released 5 singles to date. The inspiration for this sixth single “Shadows” comes from the quote “You haven’t seen a tree until you’ve seen its shadow from the sky.”- Amelia Earhart