Nearly 20 years after Norah Jones artful fusion of jazz, country, blues, folk and pop fueled her to superstardom with her five-time Grammy winning debut Come Away With Me, the insightful singer-songwriter is still tugging hearts with her warmth, intimacy and unique insights on the human condition....
Feeling flush with a burst of creativity in the months before COVID-19 changed our lives, and realizing he had a lot more to say musically, the irrepressible Dave Koz put aside all thoughts of releasing a nostalgic retrospective or another all-star Summer Horns or holiday project....
True to the title of his 17th album Solid, Boney James and his soulful urban-driven silk and funk adventures have been among smooth jazz’s surest bets for nearly 30 years. From the slinky groove, atmospheric old school textures and sultry lead sax of “Full Effect” through the hypnotic, chill poignancy of “Last Train Home,” the collection breezes along with the positive energy of songs that collectively feel like a respite from the stresses of the world....