Tuesday, November 30, 2021

RAGAN WHITESIDE · THIS CHRISTMAS



It takes skill, creativity, sheer musical ability, and a charismatic presence to electrify the music scene. And that’s just what flautist Ragan Whiteside has done in the world of instrumental soul within a few short years. The Atlanta-based musician, songwriter, and vocalist has consistently delighted fans and critics alike with her unique brand of engaging upbeat melodies and exhilarating flute playing. Tunes like the May 2021 single release “Off The Cuff,” as well as “JJ’s Strut,” “Reminiscing,” “Jam It,” “Early Arrival,” “See You At The Get Down,” and the Billboard No. 1 “Corey’s Bop,” have burnished her reputation. What’s more, Whiteside has become one of few women players to excel in the male-dominated instrumental sphere, garnering six consecutive Top Ten Billboard airplay singles by 2021. And she’s done it as an independent, releasing projects on Randis Music, the label she founded with her husband, producer, and composer Dennis Johnson.

Monday, November 29, 2021

MARHID · THE CHRISTMAS SONG. (SERGIO HIDALGO ft. DAVID MARGAM)

David Margam


Tw
o of the most versatile and renowned producers and musicians in Spain come together to present exclusively one of the most popular Christmas songs in the key of Smooth Jazz.

 Produced by the producer and keyboardist Sergio Hidalgo together with the collaboration of the guitarist and producer from Granada (Spain) David Margam,  they present their contemporary version of the Classic “The Christmas Song” popularized by Nat King Cole in 1961. 

His Tribute to Christmas was born from their passion for Contemporary Jazz and a friendship that lasts over the years.

Sunday, November 28, 2021

FOLLOW ME 87.6 RADIO SHOW. EP. 259



Playlist


Roberto Tola - Amándote
Roberto Tola – Fly To Sardinia
Greg Gunhold -Amalfi Drive (Ft. Pat Belliveau) –
Greg Gunhold - A Night in Milan (Ft. Pat Belliveau)
Papik – Sunday Morming (Ft. Loredana Maiuri)
Kimberlye McKinney – Get Wit It
Philip Brooks - Second Wind
Darron “Cookie” Moore – Other Places

Thursday, November 25, 2021

THE ORIGINALS VOL.1 By GOLDEN RULES

Golden Rules
Oct, 15, 2021


Golden Rules’ mission as a label has always been to shine a spotlight on the contemporary funk & soul scene so they created their first sampler, ‘The Originals Vol.1’, showcasing the best international talent.

Wednesday, November 24, 2021

XAVIER GORDON · CHRISTMAS WITHOUT YOU

Trio Ent.
November 22, 2021


After receiving his bachelor degree in Jazz Piano Performance at Georgia State University, Xavier moved to Los Angeles and has played with artists like Jennifer Hudson, Jamie Foxx, Norman Brown, John Legend, and many more.

He has produced music for artists like Angie Stone, Puff Daddy, and Musiq Soulchild, for which he earned a Grammy nomination in 2018. And in 2019, he recorded his unreleased single where he plays alongside jazz greats Norman Brown and Kirk Whalum.


Monday, November 22, 2021

KIRK WHALUM · ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS ·

Mack Avenue
November 22, 2021


When we think of Christmas, sometimes it’s the sights that come to mind: the multi-colored lights framing the windows of neighbors’ houses, the line of eager children waiting to sit on Santa’s lap, the Nativity scene on the lawn at the local church. Or maybe it’s the smells that arise first: fresh-baked gingerbread, pine needles, a turkey dinner in the oven.

Sunday, November 21, 2021

FOLLOW ME 87.6 RADIO SHOW. EP. 258


Playlist

Bob Baldwin – Sunday Aftenoon
Bob Baldwin – Friday Night
Bob Baldwin – Lay Your Heart
Karlton Jones – The Answer

Friday, November 19, 2021

ILYA SEROV · JUST FRIENDS

Ilya Serov
November 12, 2021
 

Los Angeles-based trumpeter /singer /guitarist /band leader Ilya Serov has a passion for jazz that knows no bounds. A talented young musician with an old soul, Serov brings an infusion of imagination, vision and energy to the many shades of America’s original musical art form. Possessing both chops and charisma, his live performances and recordings have attracted a solid following among jazz fans and seasoned musicians alike.

Serov’s experiences on the jazz scene have recently led him to expand his creative interests in a significant new direction. Following his first original single Chillin’ (August 2020), Serov recently released new track HEAT featuring platinum-selling saxophonist Dave Koz (January 2021).

Wednesday, November 17, 2021

ANDRÉ KUNZ · TROUBLE AT EDGEWATER DRIVE ·RADIO SINGLE·

André Kunz
November 15, 2021

Born in Olten, Switzerland 1970, André Kunz is an alumni of the Swiss Jazz School in 
Basel the Munich Guitar Institute in Germany and the Berklee College of Music in Boston. He is highly regarded in Swiss music circles as a composer and as a guitarist in various formats. As an innovator, he has released nineteen albums with original music over the last twenty years. Kunz is the recipient of many prestigious awards including the Olten Cultural Achievement Award in 2021, Special Achievement Awards in 2013 and 2020 from the Rentsch Foundation and the Solothurn Cantonal Music Award in 2005.

Monday, November 15, 2021

FOLLOW ME 87.6 RADIO SHOW EP. 257

Playlist

Roberto Tola – Better Days Are Gone (Ft. Scott Wilkie)
Roberto Tola – Rabo de Nube - (Ft.Andrea Tofanelli)
Neika Simone – Sweet Craving
Carol Albert – Fire & Water
Lars Taylor - Smile

Saturday, November 13, 2021

LARS TAYLOR · SMILE ·RADIO SINGLE·

Lars Taylor
November 8, 2021


After more than a year with people’s faces being partially hidden by masks, we now appreciate the beauty of a warm smile more than ever before. No smooth jazz artist captures the hopeful spirit of that image more delightfully and infectiously than Swiss born guitarist/composer Lars Taylor, whose latest acoustic guitar driven single “Smile” offers a bright and balmy, sweetly exotic and percussive flamenco-tinged soundtrack to a joyful summer of renewal and fresh possibilities. Earthy and deeply emotional yet uplifting and transcendent, the track is the perfect blend of buoyancy, soulfulness and dreamy atmospheres. It is also a true family affair featuring Taylor’s wife Gabriela and son Joshua on the dreamy backing vocals.

Friday, November 12, 2021

KEVIN HALL · WHY NOT ft. NILS ·RADIO SINGLE·

Kevin Hall
November 8, 2021


Growing up on Buffalo NY’s west side, in a very diverse melting pot of cultures, saxman Kevin Hall learned his appreciation for the many styles of music that have helped shape who he is today. From such influences as Grover Washington Jr, David Sanborn, George Benson, Grant Green, Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, Michael Jackson, The Police, Chicago, Kiss, and Supertramp just to name a few, Kevin’s eclectic tastes have helped to give his Smooth Jazz a freshness and a distinct sound that is appreciated by all who hear him play.

Tuesday, November 9, 2021

KENNY G · LEGACY ft. THE SOUND OF STAN GETZ ·RADIO SINGLE·

Concord Records
November 15, 2021


Along with our friends at Concord Records, we are excited announce the release of Kenny G’s new single, “Legacy” ft. The Sound Of Stan Getz! "Legacy" is the first radio single from Kenny's upcoming new album New Standards, release date December 3, 2021 (Concord).

Since releasing his self-titled debut disc in 1982, Kenny G has become the top instrumental musician of the modern era and one of the best-selling artists of all-time, with global sales totaling more than 75 million records. His first new album in 6 years, New Standards features 11 original compositions inspired by the Jazz Ballads of the 50’s and 60’s. These new ‘standards’ capture the sophistication, style and romance of this amazing time period in Jazz, and combine it with Kenny G’s signature sound.

Sunday, November 7, 2021

FOLLOW ME 87.6 RADIO SHOW EP. 256


 
Playlist:

Roberto Tola – American Dream
Roberto Tola – Café Astoria (ft. Billy Cobhan)
Frank McComb & Kathy Kosins - I Gotta Pinch My Self
Cal Harrys Jr. - Bridges
Dreaming In Colour - Back In The Day
Eugene Cole – Why Are You Holding Back (ft. Felton Pilate)
Hamburg Spinners – Der Magische Kraken

Saturday, November 6, 2021

D. MILLS · MOMENT ·RADIO SINGLE·

D.M. Records
November 1, 2021


Artist/producer/song writer D. Mills is noted for his outstanding Jazz/R&B compositions. A talented musician, songwriter, recording engineer and artist, D.M. plays guitar, piano and bass guitar.

At the age of fifteen, he traveled the U.S. playing guitar for the legendary gospel singer Shirley Caesar. As an outstanding professional Mills has a God given gift for composing hits, such as "Touch", "Give Your Love To Me" , "Manhattan 2.0" and recently "France" that's still being played now on Music Choice, iHeart Radio, Allen Kepler and Smooth Jazz Florida, and in Spain His very first album, Undercover Life, reflects both his artistry and other aspects of his life as a New York City detective.

Thursday, November 4, 2021

MICHAEL C. LEWIS · FLY LIKE AN EAGLE ·RADIO SINGLE·

Cybervision
Oct. 25, 2021


Known for creating music from a personal expression of his spirit, trumpet stylist Michael C. Lewis has released his new single "Fly Like an Eagle". The track features his soulful trumpet on top of a driving rhythm section. The track is highlighted by a creative arrangement in an infectiously funky rendition of this timeless classic!

Wednesday, November 3, 2021

DAVE KOZ · THE CLOSER WE GET ·RADIO SINGLE·

Just Koz Ent.
Oct. 29, 2021

In a recording career that spans nearly three decades, saxophonist Dave 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, including Good Morning America, The View, The Tonight Show, Entertainment Tonight and more. A Platinum-selling artist, Koz is also known as a humanitarian, entrepreneur, radio host and instrumental music advocate.

Tuesday, November 2, 2021

VON STUPART · BOOGIE DOWN ·RADIO SINGLE·

Mokabi Music
Oct. 25, 2021


Saxophonist/songwriter Von Stupart hails from Harlem and The Bronx, New York and was strongly influenced by the Jazz and R&B music he grew up listening to.

His first introduction to music was by his father who played trumpet with the likes of Jazz drummer Max Roach and trombonist Melba Liston. Von started playing trumpet at the age of twelve. He picked up the clarinet in High School and later switched to the alto saxophone. In addition to studying music in school he also studied with top notch Jazz musicians at the Jazz Mobile program in Harlem. Von’s early influences were Hank Crawford and Grover Washington, Jr. He’s currently inspired by Najee, Kirk Whalum, Gerald Albright, Elan Trotman, Richard Elliot and Dave Koz, to name a few.

Monday, November 1, 2021

FOLLOW ME 87.6 RADIO SHOW EP. 255


Playlist

Seattle Groove - The World Is a Ghetto
Michael Walker – Stangers – Ft MZ Renee
Doug Ferony – I´ve Grown Accustomed To Her Face
Ghost Jazz Trio - Beatnik
David Margam – Hooking Up – Ft. Jimmy Obstybaard