Side 2 Music is proud to present “The Perfect Storm” featuring a quartet of industry veterans on tenor saxophone. On this cutting-edge collaboration, Rahn is joined by a legendary tour de force of saxophonists in Dave Koz, Najee and Everette Harp. All four players let loose on this track, underscored by an all-star rhythm and […] The post Darren Rahn ‘The Perfect Storm’ – LISTEN appeared first on Smooth Jazz and Smooth Soul ..read more

Self produced by 7 time Billboard #1 Artist and 4 time Billboard #1 producer Blake Aaron, “Let’s Get Lost” features lush string arrangements from 10 time Grammy Nominated String Arranger Tyries Rolfe and soulful Earth Wind and Fire style horn arrangements from Michael Stever. Imagine listening to George Benson, with Marvin Gaye, Sam Cooke, Earth […] The post Blake Aaron ‘Let’s Get Lost’ – LISTEN appeared first on Smooth Jazz and Smooth Soul ..read more

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Eager to explore and expand upon the chemistry they discovered while collaborating on multiple recordings over the last couple of years, pianist Ricardo Bacelar and cellist Jaques Morelenbaum packed up their instruments and set off on holiday together in the peaceful and exquisite coastal enclave of Aracati, Ceará in the Northeast corner of Brazil. There, the two musicians, composers, […] The post Ricardo Bacelar x Jaques Morelenbaum ‘Fogueira’ – WATCH appeared first on Smooth Jazz and Smooth Soul ..read more

While working on his milestone tenth album, saxophonist Mekiel Reubenreflected back on the seminal saxmen who inspired and influenced his own artistic muse. Grabbing his tenor sax and channeling the soulful R&B and cool contemporary jazz crafted by four-time GRAMMY® nominee Boney James and GRAMMY® winner Kirk Whalum, Reuben’s new single, “Boney Kirk,” has been garnering playlist adds since its MekMuse Records […] The post Mekiel Reuben ‘Boney Kirk’ – LISTEN appeared first on Smooth Jazz and Smooth Soul ..read more

Music has been used extensively in advertising even in the ads of  Playamo Canada Casino. It has been a close partner since the advent of the word ‘advertising’ itself.  The origin of music in advertising goes back to street cries, which go back further than the 13th century. Long before jingles, merchants, in an attempt […] The post The Best and Worst Use of Music in Advertising appeared first on Smooth Jazz and Smooth Soul ..read more

Minor to major. Belize old-school Brukdown. West African and Brazilian jazz, Béla Bartók, George Duke, Chick Corea, Flora Purim. These are just some of the ingredients and influences that have either intentionally or unconsciously found their way into this piece, which I’ve titled Perplexity. How I came up with it—or should I say, how it came […] The post Mike Lindup ‘Perplexity’ – LISTEN appeared first on Smooth Jazz and Smooth Soul ..read more

Written, arranged, and produced by Britt, "Midnight in Paris" captures the vibrant energy of Paris’ nightlife, drawing from the international sounds that filled the clubs he frequented during his time in the city. "The inspiration for 'Midnight in Paris' came from my time in Paris, studying classical, jazz, and R&B there," Britt explains. "I wanted to […] The post Johnny Britt ‘Midnight In Paris’ – LISTEN appeared first on Smooth Jazz and Smooth Soul ..read more

Dream StateJef’s masterful sound on the flute is like a stroke of genius on a canvas, instantly recognizable, with a unique flair that captures a profound sense of intrigue and urgency. “Dream State” is a masterwork, embodying the essence of searching for the unknown within a dreamscape cloaked in fog and wonder. Each note serves […] The post Jef Kearns ‘Dream State’ – WATCH appeared first on Smooth Jazz and Smooth Soul ..read more