Talking Smooth Jazz
Summary: Since 2008, we have interviewed some of the best contemporary jazz artists in the business. Al Jarreau, Joe Sample, Brian Culbertson, Stanley Clarke, Gerald Albright and Boney James to name a few. We’ve introduced you to up and coming artists like keyboardist/producer extraordinaire Nicholas Cole, saxophonists BK Jackson, Adrian Burse, Vincent Ingala, and Elizabeth Mis, guitarist Sheldon Ferguson, Sweden’s keyboardist Jonathan Fritzen and more. International artists, keyboardist Wayne Brown (UK), saxophonist Otoe (Japan), saxophonist Candy Dulfer (Amsterdam, the Netherlands), guitarist Fabio Mignola (Switzerland) and Helen Rogers (UK). To date we have conducted over 500 interviews with 1.2M listens. It has been a great 6 years and we could not have done it without the artists and listeners support - Thank You!
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Podcasts:
Interview with Bassist David Dyson.
Mike and I attended the 17th Annual Capital Jazz Festival and had a great time. We interviewed George Duke, Norman Brown, Will Downing, Lelah Hathaway and others. We will also be talking to the winner of the Capital Jazz Challenge Competition, 24 yr. old saxophonist, Marcus Anderson and play music from his debut cd, My Turn.
SAXOPHONIST MIKE PHILLIPS TAKES HIS GAME TO THE NEXT LEVEL ON HIS SOPHOMORE ALBUM STATEMENT, UNCOMMON DENOMINATOR. THE HARLEM HORN STAR'S GOT IT RIGHT, BECAUSE THERE'S NOTHING COMMON ABOUT HOW HE BRINGS IT ON THIS ALBUM, MELDING HIP-HOP, JAZZ, GROOVE, FUNK, AND RHYTHM INTO A SOUL FLOW THAT EXCITES THE MIND AS WELL AS IT DELIGHTS THE EARS AND MOVES THE FEET.
Big things come in small packages. While she is just over five feet tall, Ava Lemert is a big musical talent and a unique artist in many ways! Ava is a versatile singer, saxophonist, songwriter that also possesses a beauty and charm that draws people in.
“Music is not just my vocation, it is my passion and it is my calling. No matter how intimate or large the settings, I always play with the same energy,” says jazz saxophonist extraordinaire, Brian Lenair. Having performed with the likes of Will Downing, Maysa, Jean Carne, Billy Paul, Angela Bolfill, Christopher Williams, Miki Howard, Glenn Jones, Al Jarreau, Vesta, Tony Terry, the late Phyllis Hyman, Pieces of a Dream, Miles Jay, Grover Washington, Jr., Peabo Bryson, and George Benson, Spur of the Moment and others, Brian has established himself to be a talent to be recognized.
When you listen to the music of Elizabeth Mis, you’re hearing the manifestation of a brighter tomorrow. The very sound of the young soprano saxophonist’s horn and compositions reveal a style and grace beyond her years. It is the sound of an open heart – a spirit at peace and on a trajectory to spread love to all within earshot of her horn. Her debut album is titled Forever & Ever because that is whole-heartedly how long she wants to soothe listeners with her divinely inspired melodies. Shepherded into the spotlight by prolific pop instrumental producer/guitarist Paul Brown, Elizabeth has crafted a tranquil yet groovin’ debut with broad appeal for all.
The music industry lost one of it's best this week. Bassist, Wayman Tisdale passed away and we will pay tribute to the beloved Wayman and look back on his career in basketball and music.
Joyce Cooling, guitarist, vocalist and songwriter, is best known for her eclectic style and colorful body-moving sound. Funky, soulful, and always original, Joyce Cooling is recognized as one of the most dynamic and popular contemporary jazz guitarists in the world.
Chieli Minucci is a contemporary jazz guitarist, composer, music producer, and arranger and is primarily known as the leader of the Grammy-nominated contemporary jazz group Special EFX. Minucci & Special EFX have recorded 25 CDs, 8 of those being solo releases. We will talk to Chieli about his music and career with Special EFX.
Top charting & award winning contemporary jazz guitarist and composer Ken Navarro is recognized as one of today's leading musicians. His impressive discography of 18 top charting albums showcase his appeal to a wide range of listeners with inspiring compositions and superb guitar performances
From his #1 hit Pacific Coast Highway to Catnap, guitarist Nils’ plays a very smooth jazz guitar and like a lot of really good musicians has a sound that’s quite unique. His live appearances have been wowing audiences from Coast to Coast. Join us as Nils talks about his brand new release, Up Close & Personal.
Saxophonist Michael Palermo was scheduled today but due to a death in his family, he will be rescheduled for a later date. We will still play some of this music; introduce you to new music by an up & coming saxophonist name Justin Young and talk about smooth jazz news.
A native Washington, D.C. jazz ensemble, PHAZE II has a unique style that bridges the gap between traditional and contemporary jazz. Their sound is smooth and rhythmic, fused with eclectic blends of jazz. This six-piece ensemble has extensive backgrounds in music that produce a wonderful chemistry on and off stage.
Gregg Karukas hails originally from the D.C. - Maryland area where he was one of the top fusion and studio players in town. Gregg will talk about his brand new cd "GK."
Saxophonist Eric Darius was prophetically held as Best Debut Artist Of The Year by Smooth Jazz News. Noted for his searing and unrelenting passion and energy, Eric's albums and live performances earn him new fans at every turn, as well as industry and critical acclaim. His Blue Note label debut with Goin' All Out, includes covers of hits by Ne-Yo and Mary J. Blige.
