What's New

Tim Bowman

(Trippin N' Rhythm Records)

"All My Life"is Tim Bowman's newest single and is running up the BDS/ Billboard Smooth Jazz Chart with impressive speed. Featuring Tim's always tasty guitar playing, and with a solid contribution on sax from Darren Rahn, who also co-produced the track, Tim follows his hugely successful previous #1 hits with another catchy offering sure to have a long life at radio.

Nicholas Cole

(Leo-Nic Music)

Nicholas Cole is the most exciting new talent on keyboards to hit the Smooth Jazz scene in many years. With a musical and playing maturity well beyond his 17 years, this precocious musician brings the contemporary jazz world a stunning debut with his "A Journey of One" CD. Featuring stellar radio-friendly tracks such as:  "5th Avenue," "Can You Stay," as well as the title track, Nicholas showcases his considerable playing chops in combination with sophisticated production and melodies that foreshadow a star in the making. With his prodigious musical gifts, both radio and Smooth Jazz listeners alike will soon be laying claim to discovering the next hot Producer and Keys Player in the Smooth Jazz format.

Marcus Anderson

(MDA Music)

One of the most talented and exciting young sax players on the contemporary jazz scene today, Marcus Anderson is back with his third solo project "NOW."  Featuring the lead single "85 to 95," Marcus shows why he is considered one of the "young lions" in the format.  Whether playing alto, soprano, or tenor sax, Marcus demonstrates his virtuosity and lush horn tone from start to finish on the CD.  The diversity of his artistry on "NOW" is sure to please his existing fan base, as well as those who may be hearing his music for the first time.  Showcasing his ability to play the most musically demanding compositions, combined with his sensitive playing on "quiet-storm" oriented material, Marcus explores a wealth of musical ideas on "Now."

Nick Colionne

(Trippin 'n' Rhythm Records)

From Nick's long awaited new CD "Feel The Heat" by this popular Chicago based guitarist, "The Windy Dance" is the debut single from this superb new set of tunes. Featuring Nick's inimitable playing style, "The Windy Dance" has a "can't miss" quality with its stellar production, and extremely catchy hook. The album is full of musical treats, including a collaboration with James Lloyd of Pieces of a Dream fame on "The Connection," a song which also has "hit" written all over hit. Whether in his energetic live performances, or via his recordings, Nick always brings the heat with his stylish brand of urban-flavored contemporary jazz.

Charlie Wilson

(Jive Records)

Charlie Wilson has enjoyed a long career in the music business, and with the release of "You Are" from the album "Just Charlie," he has shown a remarkable ability to connect with listeners hungry for his inimitable vocal style, and heart-warming love songs.  Nominated for Grammy Awards for song and album for the wildly successful "Uncle Charlie"  released in 2009, "You Are," the first single from his new CD has been #1 for an astounding 8 weeks on the Billboard (BDS) Urban AC Chart.  Now the song is poised to take the smooth jazz format by storm.  With early airplay in San Diego (KIFM), and in Chicago (WLFM), among others, this crossover gem is one not to miss.

PLAYER A

(Creative Soul Jazz)

PLAYER A is a supergroup featuring some of the best musicians out of the talent-rich Nashville music scene.    Lead by keys player/producer Eric Copeland, the band also includes bassist Gary Lunn, guitarist Mark Baldwin, drummer Dan Needham, and Sam Levine on sax.  Having worked on stage and in session with a who’s who in the world of music, including:  Vanessa Williams, Chuck Loeb, Michael McDonald, Chaka Khan, Take 6, Yolanda Adams, Brian McKnight, Luther Vandross, Kenny Loggins, Gladys Knight, Jonathan Butler, and many more, Player A's debut single "Coming On" is already receiving significant airplay across the country.  The single and album is highlighted by great musicianship, superior arrangements,  as well as top-flight production and writing.  This is definitely a label and group to watch.

Lynne Fiddmont

(MidLife Records)

"Lady" is the second solo album from the well-known and highly respected session singer, and concert tour backing vocalist, Lynne Fiddmont. Having worked in the studio or on stage with an amazing list of recording artists ranging from Phil Collins to Stevie Wonder, "Lady" is Lynne's homage to Billie Holiday, but infused with her unique and creative stylings of many of the songs associated with Miss Holiday. With support on the album from an all-star cast of musicians including; Gerald Albright, Billy Childs, George Duke, Christian McBride, Brian Simpson, and Kirk Whalum, this new project is a music lover's delight. Featuring the trademark vocal stylings she is so well known for, the first single "All The Way" is already getting airplay across the country and in Europe. With its great singing, arrangements, and stellar production and musicianship, "Lady" is sure to find a home with stations and listeners alike.

Norah Jones

(Blue Note Records)

Norah's monumental Grammy Award sweep in 2003, along with worldwide sales now exceeding over twenty million units, have made her perhaps the most talked about artist in years. We are honored to have co-promoted her music to the smooth jazz format in 2002-2004.

Our Most Recent #1 Singles

Tim Bowman

(Trippin 'N' Rhythm Records)

"Sweet Sundays" went to #1 on the BDS/R&R Smooth Jazz Chart in December 2008 and enjoyed a long run at #1 on several other radio charts well into 2009.

The Jazzmasters

(Trippin 'N' Rhythm Records)

With his 4th release under the JAZZMASTERS moniker, Paul Hardcastle enjoyed a four week run at #1 on the R&R Smooth Jazz Chart in 2004 with "Puerto Banus."