They were voted in the Top 20 from Radio Vuka “the best of South African Jazz” and were also nominated for the Mzantsi Jazz Awards in two categories: -Best contemporary Jazz album -Best International Jazz Collaboration The track is off their 3rd Album Con Fusion. Listen to the album. The post The Jazz Catz ‘Soo…
Saxophonist Elan Trotman, has quickly become one of jazz’s most thrilling and emotive performers as he continues to stand out and push boundaries as a composer, performer, teacher and recording artist. Trotman’s playing, though inspired by Grover Washington, Jr., Kirk Whalum and Najee, displays his own fresh ideas and distinctive tone. So much so that the New England Urban Music Awards, and The…
Deep Blue Gary Honor Album: Momentum Courtesy of Trippin ‘N’ Rhythm Records The post Gary Honor ‘Deep Blue’ – LISTEN appeared first on Smooth Jazz and Smooth Soul.
California Funk Machine is not just a collection of music. California Funk Machine is a concept, a style, a coming together of like minded musical brethren to breath new life into some of the hottest funk, disco, soul and jazz funk classics of the 70’s and 80’s. This is their take on the classic Herbie Hancock track,…
World renowned saxophonist Mike Phillips is back with a new single “City Lights”! One of the most electrifying instrumentalists today, Mike is the first musician signed by Michael Jordan to the Nike Jordan Brand, home of the Air Jordan, and is the only musician in the world to have recorded and toured with the legendary “Big…
Kirk Whalum Tour Dates 2022 April 30 – Carson, CA June 12 – Hampton, VA June 17 – Birmingham, AL June 20, Dallas, TX June 26 – Flagstaff, AZ July 10 – Memphis, TN July 15 – Charlotte, NC July 16 – Charlotte, NC July 17 – Mitchellville, MD July 21 – Kansas City, MO…
In 2020, we were introduced to Justin-Lee Schultz when he released the album Gruv Kid. Across the board, this teenager has received countless acclaim. It is obvious that this is a once in a generation talent. Well, Maybe not. 2022 has brought us more of the teen wave when it comes to Jazz. Justin, along…
As I delved ever deeper into the 14 albums that document the Larry Goldings/Peter Bernstein/Bill Stewart trio to prepare for our January Zoom conversation, what … Read More “Larry Goldings, Peter Bernstein, and Bill Stewart Celebrate 30 Years Playing Together” The post Larry Goldings, Peter Bernstein, and Bill Stewart Celebrate 30 Years Playing Together appeared…
Before you even play a note of The Normyn Suites, you know at the very least that it’s going to be an interesting listen. With … Read More “Michael Leonhart Orchestra: The Normyn Suites (Sunnyside)” The post Michael Leonhart Orchestra: The Normyn Suites (Sunnyside) appeared first on JazzTimes.
Saxophonist Richard Elliot and his wife, Camella, hosted their annual Halloween Bash on Saturday, Oct. 28, in the North San Diego community of Escondido. As usual, it was equal parts spooky and uber cool, and 100 percent fun! Those lucky enough to receive an invitation to this concert/costume party were treated to music by DW3…