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Matt Lee releases new romantic single

Mar 7
1 min

Matt Lee releases new romantic single

In the wake of his single "Panama City Groove", tenor sax player Matt Lee releases "Hookline". "Hookline" is tempered with smooth and seductive notes that appeals to matters of love. Lee's new single is a romantic ode that captures the soulful emotions of love, with its smooth and seductive tenor saxophone notes that promise to capture the hearts of all listeners. The single was written by Matt and Caleb Middleton. It features Matt on saxophone with Darryl Williams on Bass, E

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Dan Alan Levine takes us to Cozumel on the new single

Oct 17, 2022
1 min

Dan Alan Levine takes us to Cozumel on the new single

Dan Alan Levine is an acclaimed TV arranger/ orchestrator and Tony Award nominee who has recent locked arms with saxophonist Jeanette Harris on the infectious new single "Cozumel". As its namesake, the single has that joie de vivre with scintillating keys and fluid sax notes saturated in a Latin Jazz atmosphere. The single is taken from Dan's upcoming CD Over The Moon which is set for a 2023 release. The CD was mixed and matured by Peter Ferencz from the Peet Project. #dana

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Blair Bryant offers the romantic "Hello Beautiful" single

Sep 14, 2022
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Blair Bryant offers the romantic "Hello Beautiful" single

If there is ever an artist that you are compelled to pre-order their album based on the quality of their previous recordings, it will be bassist Blair Bryant. Blair has over the years checked off all the boxes for being that musician that delivers tasteful jazz music that shows off his versatility and style. His new single "Hello Beautiful" is an elegant love song laden with petal-soft strings, fluttering flute notes and Blair's bass line serving as the main "voice". This sp

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Elan Trotman has the Passport to Paradise

Sep 14, 2022
1 min

Elan Trotman has the Passport to Paradise

Bajan born and US based saxophonist Elan Trotman infuses a light shake of reggae and heavy on the jazz on his latest single "Passport to Paradise". Elan picked the perfect companions to appear on this single one of which guitarist JJ Sanserverino. As most will know, JJ has been a long standing member of reggae superstar Maxi Priest's band. Also appearing on the single is Trinidadian Kareem Thompson on the steel drums (steel pan) to truly wrap up this beautiful musical Caribbe

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Miles Gilderdale unpacks a bag of funk on his new single

Sep 7, 2022
1 min

Miles Gilderdale unpacks a bag of funk on his new single

Who let the Funk out? Guitarist and composer Miles Gilderdale knows the answer to that question as he has taken us to a funktastic era via his latest single "Live your Life/Where I'm Going". Replete with talk box and a bell-bottom shaking romp, this infectious flavor puts us in the mindset of the funk masters who ruled the 1980s. Influenced by George Benson, Niles Rodgers and Herbie Hancock to name a few, Miles started appearing at gigs and composing when he was just 14 years

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Mike Parlett adds his magic to an old soul classic

Sep 7, 2022
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Mike Parlett adds his magic to an old soul classic

British born and US based saxophonist Mike Parlett takes on the popular single "Until You Come Back to Me", written by Stevie Wonder and has given us one more reason to fall in love with this song all over again. Michael's version is refreshing and rhythmically chilled, peppered with a well-toned sax and brilliant guitar riffs. Parlett has a career filled of years working and performing alongside some of the best in jazz and has also appeared on several movie scores as well.

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Pianist LaShawn D Gary releases Transitions single

Sep 7, 2022
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Pianist LaShawn D Gary releases Transitions single

Emmy Award winning producer, arranger and pianist LaShawn D Gary has been quite consistent with releasing new music from his first album back in 2019. The new single "Transitions" is happy-go-lucky, a finger-snapping groove with shiny and lush keys. The track is the perfect relay from Summer to Fall. When LaShawn isn't recording, he serves as a music educator with the Southfield Public Schools and also as the Director of Music at Oak Grove AME Church. #lashawndgary #transiti

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Boney James returns with Detour CD

Jul 17, 2022
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Boney James returns with Detour CD

Chart-topping jazz/R&B sax player Boney James released his new single “Bring It Back” today, featuring critically acclaimed composer, conductor, orchestrator, arranger, and trumpeter, Dontae Winslow. The track is available today via all streaming services and marks the first release from James’ forthcoming 18th studio album,Detour, out September 23rd on Concord Records. The new 10-song collection is a subtle stylistic turn that builds on the commercial success of 2020’s Sol

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Carl Cox brings big energy on new single "Can't Hurry Love"

Jul 17, 2022
1 min

Carl Cox brings big energy on new single "Can't Hurry Love"

Saxophonist Carl Cox has teamed up with producer phenom Chris Big Dog Davis on his new single "Can't Hurry Love" and dare we say, what an impeccable match. Both have worked with crossover musicians; Carl's sweet tones can be heard on recordings from Incognito, Maysa, Smokey Robinson and Gerald Veasley to name a few. "Can't Hurry Love" is soul driven with a sexy bass line, danceable rhythm and gorgeous hooks. #carlcox #chrisbigdogdavis #newjazzreleases #jazzblog #jazzmoodsradi

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Andrew Neu brings the summer sizzler with Take It Home single

Jul 14, 2022
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Andrew Neu brings the summer sizzler with Take It Home single

We have new music this week from Andrew Neu and it is the summer sizzler you have been waiting for. Andrew wrote his latest single "Take It Home" along with producer Greg Manning. Musicians on deck on the new track include Greg Manning on keys, Morris O'Connor on guitar, Mel Brown on bass, Eric Valentine on drums, Peter Neu on trumpet and Nick Lane on trombone. Horns take centerstage on this track, on steeped in a groove that glides with rhythmic smoothness. #andrewneu, #greg

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Eldon T Jones returns with a Darren Rahn produced single

May 31, 2022
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Eldon T Jones returns with a Darren Rahn produced single

Eldon T Jones is putting his tenor saxophone to work on the sun-kissed and joyful melody found on his new single "Captured by Love". The single was produced and mixed by Darren Rahn and it is the perfect feel-good song for the summer. Eldon's sound is stepped in jazz roots peppered with a dash of R&B and Soul Inspiration to make his music even more appealing. Indulge! #eldontjones #jazzmoodsradio #newjazz #darrenrahn #jazzsax #capturedbylove #jazznews

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Patrick Lamb releases new single Dream Again

May 31, 2022
1 min

Patrick Lamb releases new single Dream Again

Saxophonist Patrick Lamb is giving mental pictorials of early morning coastal vibes with his latest single "Dream Again" Rhythmically, the single has a nice chilled groove with delicious chord progressions written by hitmaker Darren Rahn. With three top five Billboard hits under his belt, Patrick has toured and performed with musicians including Bobby Caldwell, Gino Vannelli, Jeff Lorber Fusion and Smokey Robinson to name a few. #patricklamb #jazzmoodsradio #newmusic #smoothj

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Walter Beasley remakes one of Grover Washington Jr's single

May 16, 2022
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Walter Beasley remakes one of Grover Washington Jr's single

Saxophonist Walter Beasley returns with the single "Hydra", a Grover Washington Jr original. Walter oozes sax sweetness in this chilled laid-back groove truly owning this single which he said is his favorite from Grover. In a recent interview, Walter admitted that that the song was "difficult". He said "if you play too much, you destroy it, if you play too little, you destroy it. The sweet spot is somewhere in the middle". For years, Walter's fluid playing style has been like

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Ragan Whiteside brings the heat with new single "Thrill Ride"

May 10, 2022
1 min

Ragan Whiteside brings the heat with new single "Thrill Ride"

We are grooving into the new week with new music from flautist, vocalist and composer Ragan Whiteside. The single is called "Thrill Ride" a track that was written by Ragan alongside Dennis Johnson and Bob Baldwin. "Thrill Ride" is fresh and exciting with airy flute notes and a snap happy melody. Not to be missed is Ragan's edgy look on the cover of the single and we are totally here for it. Said Ragan "the energy of this song allowed me to live out my race car fantasy". She c

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Blair Bryant does Stevie Wonder on new release

Apr 15, 2022
1 min

Blair Bryant does Stevie Wonder on new release

Blair Bryant is like the musical gift that keeps on giving. He is stirring up a bag of grooves with his version of Stevie Wonder's "That Girl". This rendition puts funky bass in your face with a sizzling rhythm that will make you fall in love with this single all over again. There is a nice and unexpected spectacular moment that happens near the bridge that is lush. It definitely peaks the single to groove levels unlocked. Indulge! The single was taken from Blair's new CD "R

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Mo Louis debuts with the single "Turn it Up

Apr 14, 2022
1 min

Mo Louis debuts with the single "Turn it Up

A chance meeting between saxophonists Mo Louis and Euge Groove while purchasing an instrument not only produced a lasting friendship but also a collaboration on Mo's groovy hot single "Turn it Up". In a recent interview, Mo recalls meeting Euge when he went to purchase one of his saxophones. "I'll never forget standing in his studio and him putting on one of his own tracks for me to play along with. Talk about a humbling moment." Mo said that he expressed to Euge his desire t

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Jazmin Ghent teams up with Maysa for the rhythmic Summertime single

Apr 13, 2022
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Jazmin Ghent teams up with Maysa for the rhythmic Summertime single

Saxophonist Jazmin Ghent pairs with Maysa on the beloved and timeless track "Summertime". The single starts off with a festive rhythm and Jazmin's sax soaring as Maysa engages in some tasteful scats. Later we hear Maysa's sweet vocals bringing pure delight to this already beautiful version. "Summertime" was produced and recorded by Euge Groove at his Groove House Studios. The track is taken Jazmin's 4th CD entitled "Forever Jaz". Jazmin is the 2019 NAACP Image Award Winner fo

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Ron King releases Cascade single

Mar 30, 2022
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Ron King releases Cascade single

Listen to trumpeter Ron King's new single "Cascade" and get ready to fall in love with this beauty. "Cascade" is exquisite with a lovely and soulful rhythm. Enter Ron's trumpet which adds a lovely and romantic touch. Ron is one of the more sort after trumpeter and composer who has worked with numerous artists including George Benson, Marvin Gaye, Jeff Lorber and Brian Simpson to name a few. The new single is taken from his upcoming CD which will be produced by guitarist Paul

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Ron Reinhardt teams up with Richard Elliot on new release

Mar 30, 2022
1 min

Ron Reinhardt teams up with Richard Elliot on new release

When smooth swag meets light funk, you get "Meet me at the End", the latest single from keyboardist Ron Reinhardt. Ron plays the Hammond B3 and rocks the instrument like no other. He has added saxophonist Richard Elliot to bring more layers to this single which has lovely chord progressions and a bridge that you would never see coming. Ron has been Elliot's keyboardist for 30 years and also his close friend. Ron has also collaborated with others in the smooth jazz music indus

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Knick Smith gets romantic on new single

Mar 16, 2022
1 min

Knick Smith gets romantic on new single

Keyboardist Knick Smith sets the stage for nights of blissful bubble baths, scented candles and love with his latest single aptly titled "Romance". This string-filled single is bedecked with amazing keys and a melody to literally take your breath away. The single was taken from the CD of the same name, one that has already delighted us with hits such as "Feelin' Smooth" and "Can't Get Enough of Your Love (featuring Kevin Turner and Jeff Robinson. Knick Smith keeps his music c

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