Lee Holloway – "Michigan Avenue" – Andro/Char Music
Lee B Holloway (a.k.a Andromidus) is back with a new single, “Michigan Ave”, which showcases his life-long passion for music. Holloway has been playing music for over 35 years. He started when he was in the junior high school band as a trumpeter and guitarist which he still plays along with keys, and drums. Holloway worked with different local bands over the years, two of which had a significant presence in the Northwest Indiana/Chicago as well as working as a producer and co-writer for other artists in contemporary Gospel, R&B, Funk, Blues, and Contemporary Jazz. Being a freelance musician, he has had the opportunity to be on stage with notable R&B artists such as the Emotions, The Impressions, Garland Green, Tyrone Davis as well recently having the honor and privilege to be on stage with the great blues legend, Buddy Guy.
The JT Project - "Laid Back" - Next Paradigm Records
Coming off their multiple #1 Billboard charting singles and recently celebrated “Ten Year Anniversary” gem, The JT Project is beyond thrilled to present to you “Laid Back”. This tasty and eloquent composition kicks off the next decade of releases from The JT Project! New York City based longtime friends (Jacob Webb and Todd Schefflin) are currently in the studio working on their next full length project, bringing a mature and seasoned touch to their production and compositional skills. The official album date will be announced later this summer! “Laid Back” will most certainly keep the listeners on the edge of their seat until the end! We hope that you sincerely add this song to your summer collection of music. On behalf of Next Paradigm Records, we would like to thank you for your time and consideration.
Michael Upshaw - "Emotions Of Love" ft. Chris "Big Dog" Davis - Miparis Music
Upshaw teams up with smooth jazz,multi-Grammy-nominated producer Chris “Big Dog” Davis to write and produce the new love song, “Emotions of Love,” which features Upshaw’s sultry baritone on lead vocals with Davis’ artistic wizardry on keyboards, along with the soft rhythmic strumming of guitarist Jonathan DuBose Jr. – of Harry Connick, Jr fame. Under Upshaw’s melodic, baritone virtuoso, “Emotions of Love” warms your heart as he describes true love, which is felt even when the lovers are absent from one another. Upshaw’s earthy vocal range uniquely mixes sounds reminiscent of Gregory Porter, Barry White, and Larry Graham. This new release of the “Emotions of Love” single is guaranteed to become a beloved song for generations to come.
Under the Lake - "Around The Block" - Mind In Overdrive
It’s clear why Under The Lake is considered possibly the next best thing since Spyro Gyra with their newest mix of slick and polished smooth jazz/funk with a soulful undertow Old Friends, New Grooves combines funk, soul and jazz influences into a muscular, energetic bundle of smooth jazz. Hot on the heels of their 2020 Smooth jazz release “Your Horizon Too”, the band tells their COVID story through 11 all new, original tracks. Bassist Nathan Brown, drummer Richard Sellers, guitarist Patrick Yandall and sax player Quintin Gerard W. join keyboardist / composer Jayson Tipp again for this effort. “Kudos to Under The Lake for making such a listenable album top tobottom…Fantastic musicianship, melodic compositions that push the envelope just the right amount, and a production quality that makes you want to listen over and over.” ~Dave Koz Saxophonist
Aneessa - "Gonna Be Alright" - Sound of L.A.
French Singer/Songwriter Aneessa fled her home on a one-way to ticket to L.A. to claim the love of her life and a fresh start in her work passions. She has triumphantly succeeded with two Top 5 Most Added singles at smooth jazz radio with the promise of more to come. Filled with gratitude and ready to prove it Aneessa is releasing her personal anthem, “Gonna Be Alright,” a sunny feel-good song that is the lead-in for divinely inspired album, Satisfied, slated for early summer release. Co-composed and co-produced with her husband Michael B. Sutton (Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson, Diana Ross), the song boasts a gentle four on the floor pulse, sexy guitar-bass tandems and a liberating message sure to incite line dances and skate parties wherever it is heard.
Shawn Raiford - "In The Moment" - SRS Productions
The title of saxman Shawn Raiford’s break out solo project, Man With a Horn, tells of Raiford’s ongoing love affair with the sax, and the way that relationship has impacted him so deeply during his years of live performing, that there was only one possible title for his first full-length album. “In the Moment,” the lead single, has everything to do with Raiford’s intention to embrace this golden opportunity to take his career to the next level, living every incredible moment right now. The saxophonist grooves into his passion for R&B on the seductive, slow simmering ballad that’s romantic but leaves room for colorful whimsy. The hypnotic rhythmic flow lays a foundation for his silky melodic sax lead and exciting sonic details like sizzling horn textures and dreamy flute.
Dan Carlin and Friends - "Cajun Creole" - Rhombus Records
Los Angeles, West Coast Record Label Rhombus Records has just released the new album by Guitarist Dan Carlin, Funky Pink Shoes, featuring some of the best musicians in L.A.. Funky Pink Shoes is a blend of Smooth Jazz/ Latin R&B and Blues. The album is available for Download at Amazon, Itunes, and all Digital portals.
Till Brönner and Bob James – “Elysium” - Sony Masterworks
World-renowned German jazz musician Till Brönner and jazz legend, Grammy Award winner Bob James release their very first collaboration album, On Vacation, out now via Sony Masterworks. Technically brilliant, brimming over with a creative love for refined detail, and also exuding the greatest possible nonchalance, Brönner and James create richly imaginative music to ponder and dwell on, smile about and even cry over. About the current single “Elysium” Bob James says, “I’ve been very pleased to see the positive reaction to ‘Elysium.’ It was a co-composition with long-time collaborator Rachel Kwag. Our goal was to introduce a crossover classical vibe to the project, but keep it funky with Harvey Mason’s unique drum grooves.” Whether it be the late-night jazz piano and swooning trumpet of “Save Your Love For Me” or the upbeat waltz of the title track “On Vacation” punctuated by Brönner’s vocals, the project represents the undeniable and unpredictable union of these two jazz titans.
Chris Blackwell - "Higher Love" - Blue Canoe Records
Dynamic, soulful, and tasteful are the words commonly used to describe Chris Blackwell’s guitar playing. Chances are, you’ve heard Chris’s signature guitar sound if you’ve listened to the radio, watched television, or been to a concert in the past decade. After years in the studio and on stages supporting other artists, Chris is stepping into the spotlight with his own album. The first single, an energetic, masterful interpretation of Steve Winwood’s “Higher Love” is the perfect blend of world class guitar playing and feel-good groove.
Ted Howe - "Sailing" - Blue Canoe Digital
Pianist Ted Howe’s new single release, Christopher Cross’s iconic, “Sailing”, will take you away on an ultra smooth journey into a lush musical paradise where you will literally melt into the tranquility. Ted’s arrangement and performance of this so well known anthem, will compel you to listen over and over again, letting the music take you to where you want to be. As Christopher’s heartfelt lyric says, “Oh the canvas can do miracles, just you wait and see, believe me.” PERSONNEL Piano -Ted Howe, Bass – Joseph Patrick Moore, Drums – Quentin Robinson.