Talking Smooth Jazz

Talking Smooth Jazz welcomes saxophonist Neamen (pronounced Nee-Amen, emphasis on the "A") to talk about his debut cd "So Free."  Produced by Jay Soto with guest artists keyboardists Jeff Lorber and Brian Simpson and bassist Mel Brown.

Talking Smooth Jazz welcomes saxophonist Neamen (pronounced Nee-Amen, emphasis on the "A") to talk about his debut cd "So Free."  Produced by Jay Soto with guest artists keyboardists Jeff Lorber and Brian Simpson and bassist Mel Brown.

Chris Godber is a saxophonist, producer and multi instrumentalist from Panama City, Florida.  He plays soprano, alto and tenor saxophones in addition to the piano, keyboards, and acoustic guitar.  His music is heavily influenced by Contemporary Jazz, R&B and Gospel and by elites such as Grover Washington Jr., Boney James, Kenny G, Kirk Whalum, Brian Culbertson, Chris Tomlin and the likes of Michael W. Smith’s piano work and composition.  His new cd "My Offering"  is "A fresh array of Contemporary Jazz that is sure to lift your spirits as you 'Kick Back" say Chris.

Chris Godber is a saxophonist, producer and multi instrumentalist from Panama City, Florida.  He plays soprano, alto and tenor saxophones in addition to the piano, keyboards, and acoustic guitar.  His music is heavily influenced by Contemporary Jazz, R&B and Gospel and by elites such as Grover Washington Jr., Boney James, Kenny G, Kirk Whalum, Brian Culbertson, Chris Tomlin and the likes of Michael W. Smith’s piano work and composition.  His new cd "My Offering"  is "A fresh array of Contemporary Jazz that is sure to lift your spirits as you 'Kick Back" say Chris.

Saxophonist Vandell Andrew returns with a brand new cd called "Years Later."  Vandell says, "This album is a collection of songs that are extremely important to me. They were written over the past five years.  Every single song was written from a personal experience. This album is a time-line , from 2005 after hurricane Katrina, to now."  Tune in to hear his story and music.

Saxophonist Vandell Andrew returns with a brand new cd called "Years Later."  Vandell says, "This album is a collection of songs that are extremely important to me. They were written over the past five years.  Every single song was written from a personal experience. This album is a time-line , from 2005 after hurricane Katrina, to now."  Tune in to hear his story and music.

National recording artist and contemporary jazz soprano saxophonist Dee Lucas has just released his fourth CD titled 'Rebirth of the Smooth' which he continues to take SOUL jazz in a different direction with his unique melodic styling. 

The new CD ‘Rebirth of the Smooth’, which features the single ‘Reconcile’, is a true testimony of reincarnating contemporary jazz with a fresh and honest approach to an already competitive genre of music.

Join us as we welcome Dee to Talking Smooth Jazz.

National recording artist and contemporary jazz soprano saxophonist Dee Lucas has just released his fourth CD titled 'Rebirth of the Smooth' which he continues to take SOUL jazz in a different direction with his unique melodic styling. 

The new CD ‘Rebirth of the Smooth’, which features the single ‘Reconcile’, is a true testimony of reincarnating contemporary jazz with a fresh and honest approach to an already competitive genre of music.

Join us as we welcome Dee to Talking Smooth Jazz.

Over the past 3 decades, Russel Blake has established himself as a professional musician, concert soloist, educator, and author. He carries on the musical legacy of his father, Latin musical great Alexander Blake, and his brother, world renowned jazz bassist, Alex Blake. At the foundation of all of his success is Russel’s impeccable composition, theoretical and musical arrangement skills; all of which are self-taught.  Russel returns with a new cd, Fierce Solitude, available on Amazon.com.

Over the past 3 decades, Russel Blake has established himself as a professional musician, concert soloist, educator, and author. He carries on the musical legacy of his father, Latin musical great Alexander Blake, and his brother, world renowned jazz bassist, Alex Blake. At the foundation of all of his success is Russel’s impeccable composition, theoretical and musical arrangement skills; all of which are self-taught.  Russel returns with a new cd, Fierce Solitude, available on Amazon.com.