Deepak Thettu - "Timeless Love" - Sodara Music
Deepak Thettu embarks on a heartfelt journey of romance and friendship with his seventh single, “Timeless Love.” This track presents a lush tapestry of sound, enriched with poignant melodies, a captivating groove, and beautiful harmonies, all highlighted by Thettu’s exceptional guitar work. “Timeless Love” also celebrates a decade-long songwriting collaboration with the talented producer and saxophonist, Judah Sealy. The inspiration behind “Timeless Love” stems from the profound emotions evoked by an old photograph or song that stirs a lifetime of cherished memories, securely held in one’s heart…for all time.”
Tanya Nolan – "Like Water (Soulpersona Raregroove Reprise)" – ArtsessionZ
With summer on the way, we can use a smooth slow jam for those upcoming warm and hot days as well as sultry nights. Galveston, Texas native Tanya Nolan brings us her new single that could contribute to the summertime soundtrack, “Like Water”. As on her previous R&B hit, “Pace Yourself,” Tanya teams up with soul vet Raheem DeVaughn in the songwriting department for “Like Water.” The tune starts with the chorus with Ms. Nolan telling her lover, “Don’t let mama wait too long…” while giving the legendary Sade a shout out. The musical flow is soft, smooth and slow with a lush string arrangement as well as well-placed rain sounds – a Quiet Storm groove meets ASMR. Tanya’s voice is sweet and supple, nice and light, without “over-souling.” The backing vocals support Ms. Nolan’s lead nicely. “Like Water” flows like a calm river or ocean waves on a warm day or cool evening.
Charles Moorer - "Yeshua Praise" ft. Jeff Lorber - 4CMusic
Bassist Charles “Chuck” Moorer releases the second smooth jazz instrumental track from his latest album, If You Wait. The easy grooving, light funk and brass-fired “Yeshua Praise” (instr.) features Jeff Lorber on keys, Johnny Britt on horns and Nils on production and guitar. Though it’s a straightforward praise song, this instrumental version is also a lively, funk-styled urban jazz track set for Smooth Jazz Radio, featuring Johnny Britt’s feisty horn accents, Chuck’s bubbling, snappy bass and old school, soul jazz keyboard vibes by the legendary Jeff Lorber. One doesn’t have to be a Christian to be drawn into the spirit of the song, in which Chuck expresses astonishment that Jesus called his name. Chuck’s desire as an artist is for his music to be used to meet and elevate people all around the world, wherever they may be in their lives.