Smooth Sax Romance

Jazz music is almost unthinkable without the saxophone invented in 1840 by the Belgian Adolfe Sax! „Smooth Sax“ dedicates an entire 2-CD set to this unique and versatile musical instrument, documenting the development of the saxophone since the 1950s until today! With Charlie Parker, Coleman Hawkins, Lester Young, Stan Getz, Mezzoforte, Maceo Parker, Tok Tok Tok and many more! Anyone who has always loved the sound of the saxophone will definitely adore this CD!

There may never be a setting as beautiful or a locale as ideal as a breathtaking ocean view complete with the sounds of beautiful Latin jazz floating over the ocean breeze. The fifth CD in the Colors of Latin Jazz series sets the scene for a collection of contemporary, smooth jazz peppered with Latin rhythms and percussion. This CD is a musical hybrid that's at once cool and smooth, yet hot and spicy! Up first is Jeff Linsky's beauty "Up Late," originally issued on Up Late by Concord Picante. His dynamic colors beckon the listener to "Come With Me," the second track sung and scatted by the inimitable Tania Maria on a cool samba just right for a hot day or night. Another smooth scorcher, "San Sabastian" by Ed Calle with special guest Arturo Sandoval is some of Sandoval's most melodic sax work bordered on all sides by the beauty of Spanish guitar, brass, and strings.

Hailing from Kansas City bass player Julian Vaughn already presents with Chapters of Love his sixth album on the precious label Trippin N’ Rhythm Records. The album came out just before Valentine's Day and how could it be otherwise, the whole album revolves around the theme of love.

Moyo means "heart and soul" in Swahili.Infused with the rhythms she encountered on trips to South Africa over the past few years,this album is Keiko's boldest departure yet.

Maryland-born saxophonist Kim Waters is a gifted performer known for his romantic, cross-over jazz style. Influenced by both bluesy jazz and soulful R&B, Waters debuted in 1989 with Sweet and Saxy. His next several albums, 1991's Sax Appeal, 1993's Peaceful Journey, and 1994's It's Time for Love, found him moving in a more smooth jazz direction. It was a creative transformation that culminated in 1998's Love's Melody and 1999's One Special Moment. In 2001, Waters delivered From the Heart, his first of several albums on Shanachie Records that included 2002's Someone to Love You, 2004's In the Name of Love, 2007's You Are My Lady, and his 2008 homage to Marvin Gaye, I Want You: Love in the Spirit of Marvin.

Shakatak hasn't changed their signature style in over 50 albums and that's the reason why their fans stay faithful to this group. On The Corner showcases the core of their charming music. A vocal carrier of the captivating melody flavored with Bill's piano runs.

Maryland-born saxophonist Kim Waters is a gifted performer known for his romantic, cross-over jazz style. Influenced by both bluesy jazz and soulful R&B, Waters debuted in 1989 with Sweet and Saxy. His next several albums, 1991's Sax Appeal, 1993's Peaceful Journey, and 1994's It's Time for Love, found him moving in a more smooth jazz direction. It was a creative transformation that culminated in 1998's Love's Melody and 1999's One Special Moment.