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JULIAN VAUGHN · CHAPTERS OF LOVE

Trippin & Rhythm

Feb. 26, 2021

Jazz bassist Julian Vaughn is back with a brand new project titled "Chapters of Love."

"Chapters of Love ” is Julian Vaughn's sixth studio album after“ Supreme ”in 2019. 11 tracks make up the album, following his Smooth Jazz style from his previous albums.

MARIO BIONDI · DARE

Beyond SRL

Jan. 29, 2021

Mario Biondi Dare's new album is a project full of collaborations that released to celebrate the artist who will cross the milestone of 50 years.

The announcement comes from Instagram, where the artist also posted the cover of the album. "Giving is an attitude as well as a life choice. I go back to my sound with the bands that gave prestige to my songs. Celebrating my fifty years with all of you is an emotion that pervades my soul. On January 29, the day after my 50th birthday, 'Dare', my new album, will be released. "

VADIM TIKHONOV · WINTER FAIRY ·RADIO SINGLE·

United Music Group

Feb. 6, 2021

"Winter Fairy" is the new single in a few dates from the prolific and great pianist Vadim Tikhonov

Available on all Digital Media Outlets

 

DARIO MARGELI · PURE SPIRIT ·RADIO SINGLE·

Dario Margeli

Dec. 22, 2020

Dario Margeli is based in Southern Europe. He is a US Citizen and spent many years living in California. After taking music theory lessons as a teenager, he started writing his own melodies. Since the release of his first recording in 2011, Dario has combined his day job with his musical productions which include the Smooth Jazz songs "I'm Not My Brain" and 2019's "Suffering is Optional", which received significant airplay and streams.

KIM SCOTT · BACK TOGETHER AGAIN ·RADIO SINGLE·

Innervision Records

Fe. 5, 2021

Kim Scott releases her new Smooth Jazz recording with “Back Together Again,” from her forthcoming album SHINE!

Kim Scott, collaborates with the song’s co-writer, keyboardist Greg Manning.

Kim Scott (flute); Greg Manning (keys); Darrell Crooks (guitar); produced by Greg Manning.

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Playlist

Incognito – That´s The Way of the World

NEW Les Sabler – Three Dee

NEW Tom Braxton – Hope for Tomorrow (Feat. Bob James)

Carmen Bruner – Fragile

Papik - Lovely Day (Feat. Sarah Jane Morris)

Papik - Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Feat. Francesca)

NEW Les Sabler – Keep Pushin´

VADIM TIKHONOV · WE MET IN DECEMBER ·RADIO SINGLE·

United Music Group

Feb. 4, 2021

"We Met in December" in the new single by pianist Vadim Tikhonov

Available on all Digital Media Outlets

JORDI ESQUERRA · NOS HOME EXPERIMENT

Jordi Esquerra

Feb. 5,2021

Independent guitarist, singer/songwriter and producer from Barcelona. Introduced to music from an early age, he began playing piano in the local conservatory, later moved to guitar and got into modern music.

After being in different bands as a guitarist and composer, on 2016 he debuts as a solo artist and starts to sing and produce his own songs that combine authentic groovy soul and R&B tunes with strong epic melodies moving the audience from a happy casual vibe and every-day-life lyrics to trascendence.

NOS is the acronym for “New Old Stock”, it defines the status of a product manufactured years ago but still in perfect shape as it’s still in its original package and therefore never used. These products are often highly appreciated, especially by collectors and nostalgics, as they may not be manufactured anymore.

BOB BALDWIN · NEWURBANJAZZ 3

City Sketches Records

Feb. 26, 2021

This latest Bob Baldwin disc is a blend of Urban Music through a Jazz lens, this time featuring his touch as a vocal producer. Tracks by Lori Williams, LaRita Gaskins, Toni Redd, Monica Mason, GiGi Welling, Regina Trouxpe (all on vocals), also Ragan Whiteside, J-Fly, Tres Gilbert, Melvin Baldwin, Barry Danielian, Phil Hamilton, and more! Turn your bass up and get right with this groove.

MARIO ROSSI · MARIO ROSSI COLLECTION

Mario Rossi

Jan. 7, 2021

Mario Rossi is a multi faceted “self made” music mogul who has carved out a special niche in the music business as a songwriter, arranger, composer and producer. Originally hailing from the Orange Co. area of Southern California, he is a self taught and highly skilled musician who started out as a drummer. After 25 years of touring and recording with various artists, He switched to piano which facilitated and enhanced his composer, arranger and producer skills. His favorite keyboard instrument is the Hammond B3 which he features on many of his recordings.

Over the last 15 years, Mario Rossi has produced over 50 album projects for various artists in all genres to include Rock, Jazz, R&B, Folk, Classical, and also Christian music. You may already be familiar with his music scores if you are a soap opera fan, as he was a contributing music composer for ten years for the shows “All My Children”, “The Young and the Restless” and “One Live To Live”. In addition, Mario has scored the music for several commercials, documentaries and short films.

GREGG KARUKAS · SERENATA

 

Atrain/Nightowl Recs

Feb. 12, 2021

After almost seven years, Serenata is the Gregg Karukas comeback  to the front line. Serenade is, the first release as solo piano album by Gregg Karukas. 

All piano pieces full of affective magic from the moment the ivory of the keys sounds. Songs that you will recognize if you have felt the music of Milton Nascimento, Clube Da Esquina and Dori Caymmi but with a different perspective from the original, where Gregg prints his personal touch.

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Playlist

NEW – David Margam –"Smoothed Heart"
NEW - Dario Margeli – Pure Spirit
NEW – Jordi Esquerra – How Does It Feel-
NEW - Mario Rossi- Birds
NEW - Jacks Jazz – 52 in a 35
NEW - Mario Rossi – Blue City (Feat.Peter Erskine-Jeff Kashiwa- Neil Stubenhaus-Andy Omdahl) 

WADE C. LONG · RUNNING · RADIO EDIT·

Sealong Music Group

Jan. 8, 2021

"Running" by Wade C. features a thumping beat, deep vocals that echo into your mind and soul. A unique production with trendy lyrics and a captivating sound, this smooth yet vibrant track is a must for new R&B music listeners.

Wade is an accomplished vocalist and music producer at Sealong Entertainment. Based in Los Angeles, California, he is also a screenwriter specializing in audio, visual, and literary arts. Wade is truly a sought-after songwriter that is synonymous with beautiful lyrics and captivating music. He has also published several books and novels with original TV series and motion pictures in development.

The positive vibes and energy of this track are second to none. This unique composition is a melodious jam that eloquently combines several musical styles and genres. The track continues to attract listeners across all the social media and streaming platforms.

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SPONTANEOUS GROOVIN' COMBUSTION · SPONTANEOUS GROOVIN' COMBUSTION

Warren A. Keller

Feb. 5, 2021

The child of an elite pianist and teacher, and a world-class operatic baritone, Warren began playing and singing early. His father Howard Keller, blessed with an amazingly rich voice, studied with Carlton Gauld. His dear mother Roslyn, apprenticed with several luminaries: Anatole Kitain, Constance Keene, and her husband Abram Chasins. As a teacher, 'Roz' was responsible for forming the early careers of Joel Levine and Sting’s occasional accompanist, Ken Helman.

Warren Keller has sung, played woodwinds (tenor and alto saxophone, and flute), and written music in New York City and Nashville music scenes. Warren was fortunate enough to have studied with the late, great Kenny Davern, who began his career with Jack Teagarden, and was a multiple winner of the Downbeat Poll for soparano sax and clarinet. Three other master teachers were Gerry Orrico, gorgeous alto sax and alto flute player for the Tex Benecke Orchestra and The Stardust Hotel in Las Vegas, and vocal coach Marty Lawrence who taught everyone from Vicki Carr to David Coverdale, and guitar with Gary Talley of The Box Tops. To have benefited from their level of musicianship humbles him.

ROD BEST · THE RIGHT SPACE

Rod Best

Jan. 15, 2021

Rod Best's new album is a collection of instrumental and vocal latin jazz and smooth jazz grooves in the magical vein that Rod Best latest releases.

Musicians:

Rod Best; acoustic and electric piano
Jack Turner; acoustic and electric guitar,
Nii Anang; electric piano
Liz Plumb; vocals

LES SABLER · TRANQUILITY

NEW VISTA RECORDS

Jan. 15, 2021

Back in 2014, guitarist / composer Les Sabler released his tribute album to Antonio Carlos Jobim and, following a move from Florida to Nashville, Les is back in early 2021 with a new studio CD called Tranquility. With ten tracks clocking in at under 40 minutes, the album pairs Les with guitar icon and co-composer / music producer Paul Brown along with a range of musicians including New Orleans native, guitarist / composer Shane Theriot, keyboardist Lew Laing and other fine musicians. Utilizing a vintage Gibson Johnny Smith guitar helped Les achieve a new electric guitar sound to which he says, “The guitar’s sound is a sonic departure from anything I had previously recorded.” Paul Brown is well known in the contemporary instrumental jazz world, going back to 2007 and his White Sand CD and that same sense of low-pressure smooth jazz groove is alive and well on Tranquility.

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Playlist

NEW - Wil Downing – Stand Up
NEW - Ken Navarro – Summer Smiles
NEW – Spontaneous Groovin’ Combustion – Soul Stirrer
NEW - Will Downing – Right Where You Are
NEW - Illya Serov – Heat (Feat. Dave Koz)
NEW - Vadim Tikhonov – We Met In December
Gabriel Mark Hasselbach – Recife
NEW - Kim Scott – Back Together Again
NEW - Gregory Goodloe - Step´n Out (Feat Elan Trotman)
NEW - Spontaneous Groovin’ Combustion – Guaruja

JACKS JAZZ · 52 IN A 35 ·RADIO SINGLE·

Independent

Jan. 18, 2021

More than just a jazz guitar player, Jack Whitsett (aka Uncle Jack) is the consummate musician. In a career that spans five decades, he has proven himself to be a versatile musician, arranger and producer in a wide range of musical styles and contexts.

Jack grew up in Cleveland, Ohio and the perfect environment for a young person with an interest in music. The area was home to many artists who worked in the city, as well as a center for many arts, music and performance education programs. It was there, at the young age of 8. Jack was blessed with the gift to play by ear, and with that he taught himself to play the guitar.

By the age of 13 Jack along with two of his cousins formed a group and started performing at local clubs, cabarets, school socials, and local festivals.

Jack took a break from playing out in the world, to support and raise his family, but even then he played guitar for his church. Jack also took this time to write songs as well.

In 2006 Jack returned to playing R&B, and Jazz with a few local bands. This is where he received his name Uncle Jack, playing with a lot of younger talented musicians who became his spiritual family.

PRE-SAVE AND PRE-ORDER SPONTANEOUS GROOVIN' COMBUSTION FIRST ALBUM

Next February 5 will be the release of the first album by Spontaneous Groovin' Combustion, the project of the saxophonist, flutist, composer and producer Warren Keller. Now is the time to pre-save or pre-order the album. 

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ILYA SEROV · HEAT featuring DAVE KOZ ·RADIO SINGLE·

SILKY SOUND RECORDS

Jan 3, 2021

Trumpeter Ilya Serov has released his new original single HEAT this month, featuring platinum-selling saxophonist Dave Koz.

HEAT is a refreshingly youthful, original composition rooted in contemporary jazz, R&B and funk. While the single was conceived intuitively and on the spur of the moment, it took almost a decade to produce.

“Having been born and raised in Russia and spending so much time in the chilly northern city of St. Petersburg, I couldn’t get enough of the warm weather when I first came to California,” said Serov. “The palm trees, outdoor lifestyle, and music of so many diverse cultures were invigorating, and HEAT was conceived right then and there. However, it took many years of experimenting with styles to find my own voice and interpretation. I collaborated with fellow composer and talented guitarist Kay-Ta Matsuno to complete the single. I also included a number of percussion instruments as a nod to Latin and Caribbean music, which to me connote energy, passion, and the hot, sunny weather that inspired the composition.”

HEAT follows Serov’s original instrumental single, Chillin’, released in August 2020. It marks a new direction for the young artist, who is well known for his famous renditions of songs from the Big Band Era. Although his last two albums consisted of big band, swing, and straight-ahead jazz, Serov has always been an imaginative alchemist who has experimented with contemporary jazz, R&B, pop, and world music, as well.

The new track has an incredible lineup of musicians, and features saxophone great Dave Koz. “One of the highlights of the last decade for me has been my opportunity to collaborate with this amazing artist, whom I’ve admired for many years. It has been a dream come true,” exclaimed Serov. In a recording career that spans nearly three decades, Koz has racked up an astoundingly impressive array of honors and achievements: nine GRAMMY® nominations, 11 No. 1 albums on Billboard’s Current Contemporary Jazz Albums chart, numerous world tours, 13 sold-out Dave Koz & Friends at Sea cruises, performances for multiple U.S. Presidents, a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and appearances on a multitude of television shows.

WILL DOWNING · THE SONG GARDEN

Sophisticated Soul

Jan. 29, 2021

“The Song Garden” is a project created during the Pandemic. 7 heartfelt songs with a range of moods and emotions. From The upbeat dance song “Right Where You Are” to the pensive “So Many Good Die Young”. There’s something on this project for every R&B music lover. The steppers will be more than satisfied with the danceable wedding proposal song “Say Yes”. It also includes a stirring duet with the very talented Maysa.