Talking Smooth Jazz

The gypsies in Spain were the first to develop the Spanish guitar sound, flamenco and many Latin music motifs. Johannes Linstead has always had a bit of the wandering gypsy spirit. 

His new cd, Tales of the Gypsy, explores the many nuances of the Spanish guitar from the traditional to the contemporary, from fiery and passionate to soulful and swinging, sometimes lightning-fast and always beautifully melodic.  Linstead demonstrates on Tales of a Gypsy why he is recognized internationally as one of the most popular and best-selling guitarists and composers in the world-fusion field.  Once again he melds far-ranging influences and global styles into his own signature sound.

The gypsies in Spain were the first to develop the Spanish guitar sound, flamenco and many Latin music motifs. Johannes Linstead has always had a bit of the wandering gypsy spirit. 

His new cd, Tales of the Gypsy, explores the many nuances of the Spanish guitar from the traditional to the contemporary, from fiery and passionate to soulful and swinging, sometimes lightning-fast and always beautifully melodic.  Linstead demonstrates on Tales of a Gypsy why he is recognized internationally as one of the most popular and best-selling guitarists and composers in the world-fusion field.  Once again he melds far-ranging influences and global styles into his own signature sound.

Elizabeth Mis returns with a brand new cd, Breakaway.  The first single released, “It’s Uh Girl’s World” is one of ten explosive, soprano driven tracks on her Trippin N Rhythm debut that collectively mount a major Breakaway from the same ole, same ole and forge a dynamic new direction for the genre.  Keeping it all about the newly emerging generation, Mis invites three other rising young artists to put their stamp on the set, including keyboardist Nicholas Cole and Trippin N Rhythm labelmates Julian Vaughn (bass) and Cindy Bradley (trumpet).  Guitarist Tim Bowman appears as a guest on “Sax Appeal.”

Elizabeth Mis returns with a brand new cd, Breakaway.  The first single released, “It’s Uh Girl’s World” is one of ten explosive, soprano driven tracks on her Trippin N Rhythm debut that collectively mount a major Breakaway from the same ole, same ole and forge a dynamic new direction for the genre.  Keeping it all about the newly emerging generation, Mis invites three other rising young artists to put their stamp on the set, including keyboardist Nicholas Cole and Trippin N Rhythm labelmates Julian Vaughn (bass) and Cindy Bradley (trumpet).  Guitarist Tim Bowman appears as a guest on “Sax Appeal.”

Talking Smooth Jazz welcomes Tower of Power's keyboardist Roger Smith.  Roger’s long awaited "Best of Album" takes a look back over the past ten-plus years and 7 albums. Featuring the talents of Dave Koz and Motown legends The Temptations, not to mention the inimitable horns from Tower of Power, Roger Smith – 360 spans from his funky #1 hit "Off The Hook" to the rich jazz ballad "Rachael’s Dream", to the upbeat and energetic Brazilian party of "Fiesta" and finishes with a soul-stirring gospel anthem "Put Your Faith In Me", penned by Ben Sidran and Ricky Peterson.

Talking Smooth Jazz welcomes Tower of Power's keyboardist Roger Smith.  Roger’s long awaited "Best of Album" takes a look back over the past ten-plus years and 7 albums. Featuring the talents of Dave Koz and Motown legends The Temptations, not to mention the inimitable horns from Tower of Power, Roger Smith – 360 spans from his funky #1 hit "Off The Hook" to the rich jazz ballad "Rachael’s Dream", to the upbeat and energetic Brazilian party of "Fiesta" and finishes with a soul-stirring gospel anthem "Put Your Faith In Me", penned by Ben Sidran and Ricky Peterson.

Renowned chart-topping contemporary jazz artist and producer Jackiem Joynerhas traveled all over the world with his signature saxophone sound, yet he returns home—figuratively—on his fourth release,Church Boy. Reaching back to his roots and reigniting his faith, Joyner brings together his beloved jazz and his foundational gospel music.  Church Boy features Kirk Whalum, Yolanda Adams, Toby Mac, and Israel Houghton.

Renowned chart-topping contemporary jazz artist and producer Jackiem Joynerhas traveled all over the world with his signature saxophone sound, yet he returns home—figuratively—on his fourth release,Church Boy. Reaching back to his roots and reigniting his faith, Joyner brings together his beloved jazz and his foundational gospel music.  Church Boy features Kirk Whalum, Yolanda Adams, Toby Mac, and Israel Houghton.

Grammy Award winner Lee Ritenour won a Grammy Award for his 1986 collaboration with Dave Grusin, Harlequin; 17 Grammy nominations; numerous #1 spots in guitar polls and the prestigious “Alumnus of the Year” award from USC.  Lee talks to the Jazz Queen about his new cd, Rhythm Sessions.

Grammy Award winner Lee Ritenour won a Grammy Award for his 1986 collaboration with Dave Grusin, Harlequin; 17 Grammy nominations; numerous #1 spots in guitar polls and the prestigious “Alumnus of the Year” award from USC.  Lee talks to the Jazz Queen about his new cd, Rhythm Sessions.