Saxophonist Eric Darius was prophetically held as Best Debut Artist Of The Year by Smooth Jazz News. Noted for his searing and unrelenting passion and energy, Eric's albums and live performances earn him new fans at every turn, as well as industry and critical acclaim.

His Blue Note label debut with Goin' All Out, includes covers of hits by Ne-Yo and Mary J. Blige.

Mike and I will talk with Peter Weitzner regarding the petition for the Secretary of the Arts cabinet position and Jerome Widman "Triple J" from OzCat Radio about his smooth jazz cruise for independent smooth jazz artists.

Saxophonist Plunky Branch is an experienced performer, songwriter and music and film producer. With his group, Plunky & Oneness, he has opened shows for Patti Labelle, Ray Charles, Earth Wind & Fire, Yellow Jackets, and Frankie Beverly & Maze and more. Plunky will talk about his current cd, Drive It.

With rich vocals and fresh jazz and R&B arrangements, Shang shines like a star upon the Washington music scene. Her debut album "Beautiful" is described as "so new as to be unclassifiable" and "listenable - beginning to end".

Marcus Johnson is not just an accomplished keyboardist, producer and composer, he is also the Chairman and CEO of Three Keys Music; owns two music publishing companies: Three Keys Music Publishing and Marimelj Music Publishing; and owns Studio 8121 in Washington, DC, where he lectures.

His latest project called “FLO (FOR THE LOVE OF)” consists of three CD’S: FLO: Romance, FLO: Chill, and FLO: Standards.

Nigerian born Douye's smokey smooth voice is sensual and captivating with a musical style that is a blend of smooth jazz, soul & R&B.

Her debut cd "Journey" showcases her seductive, emotional voice and reflects the multi-talented artist's vast array of musical and life experiences.

Tune in Sunday, March 8, 2009 @ 1:00pm/PT - 4:00pm/ET on BlogTalkRadio.com/Talking-Smooth-Jazz.

Jazz Queen & Mike Reynolds

Connie Leinbach, Executive Director of the Berks Arts Council-Berks Jazz Fest, talks about the 19th Annual VF Outlet Berks Jazz Fest happening March 27 to April 5, 2009.

Talking Smooth Jazz welcomes Earl Johnson to discuss his highly anticipated debut release of Juicy.

Grammy nominated Boney James is one of the most respected and best-selling instrumental artists of our time. Boney furthers his longstanding reputation as a major force in both the worlds of Contemporary Jazz and R&B with his first concept album "Send One Your Love."

Join me as I talk with my favorite saxophonist about his career and new cd.

Sunday, February 15, 2009 @ 1:00pm/PT - 4:00pm/ET

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Boney fans call (646) 716-5485 to speak with him.

Lynn Briggs from Smooth Jazz 105.7 The Oasis and Pamela Black of Pamela's Place from KUNV 91.5 FM here in Las Vegas, join me to talk about their careers in broadcasting.