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Smooth Jazz Magazine
2025 WOMEN SONGWRITERS HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES
honorees include Melba Moore, Brenda Russell, Regina Belle, Janis Ian, Sylvia Moy, Julie Giroux, Janiva Magness, Vicki Peterson, YoYo (aka Yolanda Whitaker), Christina Shusho, Dr. Stacy L. Smith (USC Annenberg Study), Asha Puthli and the late Lari White.
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May - June 2025, Vol:2
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SEEING THE WORLD TOGETHER THROUGH MUSIC
International saxophone sensation Dave Koz hosted his annual cruise this year taking the Smooth Jazz family on an incredible journey across the Arctic Circle.
1 min |
May - June 2025, Vol:2
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LIN ROUNTREE
Writing to share exciting news about the latest review from Smooth Jazz Magazine: Lin Rountree's captivating new CD, \"The Chill.\"
1 min |
May - June 2025, Vol:2
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PIECES OF A DREAM WE GOT THIS
What's in a name? Pieces of A Dream's newest project “We Got This” is more than just a new album. It's a pledge - one member to the others.
9 min |
May - June 2025, Vol:2
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CHRISTIAN MCBRIDE BIG BAND WITHOUT FURTHER ADO, VOL 1
In order to get to know an artist, you must first find out who they are from past works and their thumb print left on projects from days gone by.
3 min |
May - June 2025, Vol:2
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KIM WATERS
TIME 2 GROOM
9 min |
May - June 2025, Vol:2
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"Lounges & Bars"
This annual cruise boasts not only an exceptional sailing itinerary with excursions to boot, but the top A-list entertainment in the contemporary jazz world today.
1 min |
May - June 2025, Vol:2
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Paul Taylor
In quintessential fashion, incomparable, billboard charttopping saxophonist Paul Taylor delivers a musical gift once again to fans and lovers of Smooth Jazz with a new album.
9 min |
March - April 2025
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Paula Will Have You Put on Your ...ATHERTON
Smooth jazz saxtress, flutist, vocalist, and 2024 Smooth Jazz Artist of the Year Nominee Paula Atherton's latest creation, “Dancin’ Shoes,” is her 7th album and it does not disappoint.
3 min |
March - April 2025
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Yellowjackets
The quartet's storied career well into their 5th decade marks this 27th album.
3 min |
March - April 2025
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The Light Of Day
Peter White's latest album is a testament to his unique talent and innovative spirit.
1 min |
March - April 2025
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BRIAN PAUL MICHAEL SERIOUSLY
When we hear of artists joining forces to create a musical supergroup, there can be a lot of pressure for great results.
9 min |
November - December 2024
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VINCENT INGALA Escape With Me
Vincent Ingala's Escape With Me takes you on a journey that lives up to its name - an invitation to the listener to get lost in the music. \"With so much turmoil in the world, trials and tribulations, music is most important, now more than ever. We need it to lift us up, to unite us. Come along this musical journey. Get lost in the music\" says Ingala. \"Escape with me.\"
3 min |
November - December 2024
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37TH ANNUAL CATALINA ISLAND JAZZTRAX FESTIVAL
With a career spanning over 40 years and more than 500 unique compositions, Dan Siegel stands as a pillar in the world of contemporary jazz.
2 min |
November - December 2024
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Rest in Peace SERGIO MENDES 1941 - 2024
The great Brazilian musician and composer Sergio Mendes passed away on the 5th of September 2024.
3 min |
November - December 2024
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The Early Life...
From Sunup to Sundown on Sundays, was an all-music day. No television!
2 min |
November - December 2024
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Dan Seigal Unity
When my publisher of Smooth Jazz Magazine asked me to do a review, I was initially hesitant as I am in deep preparation and learning with The Second Piano Concerto by Sergei Rachmaninoff...
3 min |
September - October 2024
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Bob Holz Night Watch
Renowned jazz fusion composer and drummer Bob Holz brings us his seventh album, “Nightwatch.”
3 min |
September - October 2024
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The Building of a Legacy - MARCUS ANDERSON
The musical presence and footprint of jazz fusion artist Marcus Anderson is being felt in places that perhaps only few have reached.
9 min |
September - October 2024
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Live with Blak Aaron
The rhythmic sounds of international guitarist Blake Aaron's accompanied by Will Donato's melodic sounds on saxophone under the direction of the musical director and bassist John Dillard and his band mesmerized their Middle C Jazz audiences in the Queen City of Charlotte, North Carolina on August 16, 2024.
2 min |
September - October 2024
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NORMAN BROWN It Hits Different
This is what I will be going for rest of my life
2 min |
May - June 2024
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Ellis Hamilton Defying the Odds and Energy Unmatched!
Readers, I’m honored to introduce Mr. Ellis Hamilton to you. If you don’t know him or his music yet, you will! I met Ellis on May 20, 2023, at The Birchmere in Alexandria, VA. Why can tell you the exact date? Well, Najee was performing that evening and receiving an award.
4 min |
May - June 2024
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John Ernesto The End of an Era @BERKS
I had the pleasure of speaking with John Ernesto, the Artistic Director of the Berks Jazz Festival for over three decades.
5 min |
May - June 2024
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Brian Bromberg – The Magic of Moonlight
What a pleasure to have Brian Bromberg back feeling better and with new music.
2 min |
July - August 2023
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The 2023 Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival
Conguero Poncho Sanchez, a west coast legend and mainstay of all things Latin Jazz and Salsa, had the audience in the palms of his hands with freshly recorded new music from an upcoming album featuring arrangements by Francisco Torre.
4 min |
July - August 2023
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KAYLA WATERS
Has been able to fuse her faith into her music rather effortlessly. As she prepared for the release of her latest album entitled \"Presence,\" she took time out to speak with Smooth Jazz Magazine about her career, her music, and her Divine inspiration..
10+ min |
July - August 2023
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nicole HENRY
Nicole's Show at the Performing Arts Theater in Palos Verdes. It was a beautiful, intimate venue. She had a very close interaction and connection with the audience.
4 min |
July - August 2023
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BRIAN SIMPSON SOUL CONNECTION
I searched for words to describe \"soul connection\" and then attempted to define and link that connection to the music I was hearing.
2 min |
July - August 2023
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The Queen of Percussion
Sheila E. receives Star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame
3 min |
July - August 2023
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NICOLE HENRY
Nicole’s Show at the Performing Arts Theater in Palos Verdes. It was a beautiful, intimate venue. She had a very close interaction and connection with the audience
5 min |