Marlon Boone - "Let's Get Away" - Coast To Coast Entertainment
Marlon Boone is a saxophonist based in Tampa, Florida. During the last 17 years, he has perfected his talent across multiple genres of music. Traveling extensively, making concert and guest appearances, he has shared the stage with industry greats. His professionalism and business acumen makes him easy to work with, and effortless to approach. Marlon is known for his unique ear, stylish image, coupled with his ability to electrify the audience. Marlon has released two smooth jazz singles, “Sunset East” which peaked at #1 on the Radio Indie Network and has remained in the top 20 for 10 months and counting. His latest single “Let’s Get Away” is destined for similar success and he is currently working on his first EP album entitled Marlon Boone Smoothology.
Jana Herzen & Charnett Moffett - "Sweetheart" - Motema Music
Singer, songwriter, guitarist and Motéma label founder Jana Herzen and renowned bassist Charnett Moffett are true jazz legends in their own right. Yet their latest collaboration ‘Round The World so artfully blends soul sensitivity and quirky originality in its acoustic arrangements, it could just as easily be considered alt-pop or modern folk. The collection is a spirited, twist and turn filled extension of the duo’s 12-year creative partnership that includes an initial duo project in 2012 and touring together. Intuitive in their breezy yet sometimes off the beaten path arrangements, they blend graceful and jaunty re-imaginings of classics by The Beatles, Men at Work, Kermit the Frog, Roberta Flack and Maria Muldaur with heartfelt, easy grooving originals that fit snugly and seamlessly amidst the more familiar fare.
Adrian Crutchfield - "Go Girl" - Quest Media Group
Adrian Crutchfield is known around the world for his neo-soul sound – creating music in a variety of genres such as jazz, R&B, pop, funk, soul, hip hop, and fusion. His latest offering, “Go Girl” is an energetic homage to the feminine spirit. Set to a danceable and sassy “catwalk” groove, this song reminds us that NOTHING gets done without GIRL POWER, so enjoy this tribute to YOU! GO GIRL! Adrian Crutchfield has taken the world by storm in recent years, not only as the last sax player to perform and record with Prince, touring the world and being featured on Prince’s last three albums, but also touring domestically and internationally with acts such as Lionel Ritchie, Bette Midler, and Cee Lo Green.
Isaac Norris - "Dancing on Air" ft. Nathan Mitchell - Isaac Norris Music
The first 2020 smooth jazz offering by saxophonist Isaac Norris, “Dancing On Air”, offers a relaxed, but forcefully ready sax flow to begin the day, Mondays included! Music is more than the art of self-expression of sound and rhythm. Music is a place where feelings, freedom, time, and space come together and form shared moments and journeys. Isaac Norris seeks to create music that not only speaks to the heart but inspires others to pursue their dreams. Born and raised in the heart of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Isaac has played in numerous venues across the United States and has played with major recording artists such as Marvin Sapp and Debra Perry. He plays with the local big band collective known as Big Band Nouveau and leads his own band called The Isaac Norris Project. His music is focused on fun and collaboration with other gifted musicians, captivating his audience with his message of melody and improvisation. Isaac pulls you in with his up-tempo and smooth grooves!
Sam Sims - "Q" Reficio - J Nile Entertainment
Sam Sims presents an instrumental cover of a classic Brothers Johnson tune “Q” that was dedicated to Quincy Jones back in the late 70’s! Sam states, “I’ve always loved this song and decided to create a fresh new arrangement with some of my favorite, and extremely talented musicians. As you listen you’ll be able to feel the undeniable groove and the creativity from these amazing players!” Sims has been a staple in Rhythm and Blues, Pop, Rock and Jazz for over 30 years. Throughout his career he has worked with musical giants including Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Mariah Carey, Justin Timberlake, Michael McDonald, K.D. Lang, Rob Halford, Backstreet Boys, Bette Midler, Whitney Houston, George Duke, Dave Koz, Patrice Rushin, Boney James, Jody Watley, Maxwell and more. Sam Sims is known for being one of the most versatile bassists in the industry!
The JT Project - "Ten Year Anniversary" - The JT Project
September 2020 marks a MAJOR milestone as The JT Project reaches an iconic 10 years of recording and performing. The JT Project released their first full length album in 2010 entitled “Love Passion Correspondence”. This gem was created when saxophonist Todd Schefflin and bassist/keyboardist Jacob Webb were students attending the prestigious William Paterson University. At William Paterson, Todd and Jacob had the privilege of studying under the direction of the late great Mulgrew Miller. Ten Years later, The JT Project has been fortunate to have achieved so much success including: Two #1 Billboard Singles, Three Top 5s, and Seven Top 25 singles! The single “Ten Year Anniversary” represents what JT does best, the ability to craft incredibly powerful melodies with taste and refinement. This uptempo smash hit will most certainly keep the listeners on the edge of their seat until the end! “Ten Year Anniversary” is a must add to your fall collection of music.
Max Highstein - "Gratitune" - Desert Heart
Max Highstein is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and recording artist with roots in jazz, rock, and classical music. For his 14th album, Gratitunes, Highstein has pulled off something of a musical miracle. He picked up the soprano saxophone – his first wind instrument since grade school-spent a solid two years practicing, and emerged with the sound you hear on Gratitunes, and amazing many of his peers. Avoiding the pinched, thin soprano sound so often heard in the Smooth Jazz idiom, Highstein’s tone is rich, expressive, and warm. Soprano sax guru Joe Giardullo says, “Max Highstein has a wonderful voice on the soprano, and I don’t get to say that very often, really.” Exquisite melodies truly set Max Highstein’s music apart – so fresh, seemingly effortless yet rich, born of joy.
Deon Yates - "When We Meet Again" - FCP Records
Deon Yates is back with “When We Meet Again” from his latest project, Quintastic. His 5th project as a solo saxman, Quintastic is the culmination of nearly 10 years of paying dues, relationship building and persistence. “When We Meet Again,” is a soulful, easy grooving and ultimately soaring mid-tempo ballad that artfully balances poignancy and intimacy with optimism and exuberance. Written and produced by fellow saxman Jackiem Joyner and mixed (brightly and brilliantly as always) by Darren Rahn, it’s the latest lead single from his highly anticipated Quintastic project, following the successful releases of the title track (which has over 260,000 Spotify streams) and “In the Moment.”
Dreaming in Colour (Kevin Ellis) - "Panacea" w/ Ken Navarro & Jeff Kashiwa
Dreaming In Colour’s latest release “Panacea” features the richness and mastery of Ken Navarro’s nylon string guitar, complimented by the melodious free flowing sax exchanges of Jeff Kashiwa. The radiant sounds of Dreaming In Colour are reminiscent of an array of melodic jazz-lines and rhythmic grooves. Dreaming In Colour is founded by bassist/songwriter Kevin Ellis. He’s joined by Yamaha endorsing drummer Chris Noonan. Michael Scherer (keys), Tom Byrne (guitar), and Jason Swagler (sax) complete the Dreaming In Colour tour de force. Over the years and to compliment the musicality of their sound, Dreaming In Colour has collaborated with some of the top session players of contemporary jazz. Joining them in the studio and occasionally onstage, have been such artists as Ken Navarro, Nelson Rangell, Jeff Kashiwa, Eric Marienthal, the late Chuck Loeb, Andy Snitzer and Jeff Lorber. Dreaming In Colour, the sound, the groove, the sway of contemporary jazz.
Earnest Walker Jr. - "Dimensions" - Ifatoba Music
Earnest Walker Jr. is back with another high-octane gem from his latest album IFATOBA, “Dimensions”. True to its title, the track fuses a simmering, hypnotic soul vibe with wild African flavored percussion fills, showcasing the saxophonist’s expansive musical-cultural palette all in one track. Dig even deeper into the album and you’ll hear how he showcases the depth of his heartfelt and emotional playing on a soulful, balmy arrangement of John Legend’s hit “Ordinary People” which takes the original piano/vocal arrangement to powerful new heights. On the silkier side, IFATOBA wraps with the sultry and smooth sounding “Sweet Dreams,” a tune grounded in old school sensibilities and featuring one of Walker’s most intense, passionate sax melodies.